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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump touts Iran inspection deal as Tehran disputes claim
US president says Iran agreed to inspections ‘long into the future’, but Tehran says no decision has been made on IAEA access.
24 Jun 2026 - 4:45PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump: ‘I will do what I have to do’ if Iran does not stick to deal
23 Jun 2026 - 10:09PM
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United States
Iran agrees to invite IAEA inspectors back, says US
22 Jun 2026 - 9:49PM
US, Israel war on Iran
A crisis ‘defused’ as blockade lifted, assets to be returned to Iran after Swiss talks
Iranian foreign minister says real test is ending conflict in Lebanon, while US vice-president says assets must be spent on American goods.
22 Jun 2026 - 10:03PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran-US talks continue as Trump threat, Lebanon and Hormuz strain Swiss summit
Tehran’s delegation remains engaged in Switzerland despite initial walkout over white-hot social media warnings from Washington.
22 Jun 2026 - 9:44AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US and Iran embark on ‘historic’ nuclear peace talks at Swiss resort
With help from Pakistani and Qatari mediators, teams from Washington and Tehran try to shore up a ceasefire.
21 Jun 2026 - 9:51PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Vance in Switzerland for US-Iran talks as Hormuz closed again
Making ‘progress’ on Tehran’s nuclear programme and Lebanon ceasefire are expected to top the agenda.
21 Jun 2026 - 1:19PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump threatens US tolls on Hormuz after Iran says strait is closed
Peace talks in Switzerland could be off to a rough start, with Tehran warning that Israel’s attacks in Lebanon must stop.
21 Jun 2026 - 4:43AM
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United States
US envoy Witkoff, Iranian minister to meet in Switzerland for talks
The development may signal that both sides intend to begin technical talks aimed at securing a permanent truce.
20 Jun 2026 - 9:22PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Israel, Hezbollah agree to truce in Lebanon after fighting flares up, killing 47
The fresh clashes caused US-Iran talks in Switzerland planned for Friday to be delayed, with no new date announced.
19 Jun 2026 - 10:44PM
Middle East
After US-Iran deal, Israel rules out troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon
Fighting persists in Lebanon as both Israel and Hezbollah ignore the new US-Iran framework agreement.
19 Jun 2026 - 12:11PM
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War and conflict
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US and Iran have reasons to stay the course for peace
The agenda confronting negotiators over the next 60 days is challenging, and hardliners are critical, but the dawn of peace seems to be emerging.
19 Jun 2026 - 7:15AM
US, Israel war on Iran
Vance calls Iran deal a ‘win-win’ as Trump lashes out at ‘fools’ who oppose it
US Vice-President also claims Iran will not receive money or sanctions relief unless it meets the obligations outlined in agreement.
19 Jun 2026 - 6:19AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Who pays for Iran’s recovery? US$300 billion fund a flashpoint in ceasefire deal
Ambiguity fuels concern that Gulf countries may be expected to finance a post-war effort for a conflict in which they had limited say.
18 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Can the US-Iran deal survive a defiant Israel and Hormuz uncertainties?
Analysts say Washington appears to be making more concessions, but the shaky agreement is unlikely to guarantee lasting peace.
18 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
The US and Iran publish their official agreement. Here’s what’s in it
The 14-point document was released following days of outcry over Trump administration’s lack of transparency regarding its details.
18 Jun 2026 - 2:28PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Despite Trump’s promise of Iran peace, analysts say vague deal wobbly at best
US president hails accord as a major victory despite lingering questions, warns Tehran of renewed bombing if it fails to comply with terms.
18 Jun 2026 - 3:36PM
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Middle East
Lebanon peace talks with Israel ‘independent’ of US-Iran deal: Aoun
The Lebanese president says ‘nobody is negotiating for us’ in seeking to end the hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah.
17 Jun 2026 - 10:33PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Trump taps Defence Production Act as Iran war strains weapons stockpiles
Iran conflict has led to concern in Congress, White House that US may struggle to respond to another crisis in the near future.
17 Jun 2026 - 4:04PM
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Trump announces date for Hormuz re-opening
The US president electronically signed a memorandum of understanding paving the way for talks that could end the country’s war with Iran.
16 Jun 2026 - 7:51PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Iran says US peace deal must include permanent Lebanon ceasefire
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says stopping Israeli strikes on Lebanon is ‘inseparable’ part of the complete end of the Iran war.
16 Jun 2026 - 5:54PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with a fragile freeze
Thousands dead, hundreds of billions lost and an agreement many analysts expect to collapse. The Iran ceasefire, explained.
16 Jun 2026 - 1:25PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
‘Terrible’ US-Iran deal could deepen Netanyahu’s rift with Trump
The Israeli PM, facing an autumn election he is projected to lose, may be more willing to defy the US president amid falling public ratings.
16 Jun 2026 - 10:08AM
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Israel
After US-Iran deal, Netanyahu says he will run in coming Israeli elections
‘I am going to run … and intend to win,’ said the Israeli PM, who has come under fire from the opposition over his wartime leadership.
16 Jun 2026 - 5:34AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US, Iran sign preliminary Hormuz deal ahead of formal ceremony
Terms of the accord remain secret nearly a day after the announcement to end the conflict, with leaders due in Switzerland on Friday.
16 Jun 2026 - 5:18AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Relief and wariness: Asia watches US-Iran deal for real impact
While the deal may ease some economic pressure on Asian governments, the ‘real test’ is whether it will hold, analysts say.
16 Jun 2026 - 12:34AM
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Asian markets rise on news of US-Iran peace deal
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has confirmed that both nations have agreed to an immediate end to military operations on all fronts.
15 Jun 2026 - 9:55PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Trump may get birthday gift of an Iran deal, but the party may be short-lived
As the US, Iran and Pakistan announce they have reached an agreement on the conflict, Chinese analysts flag Israel as unpredictable factor.
15 Jun 2026 - 8:37PM
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