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'Political suicide': Netanyahu will not allow a full withdrawal from Lebanon, officials estimate

Netanyahu cannot afford to be seen as folding under American-Iranian pressure, after presenting the hold on the security zone in Lebanon as a strategic achievement.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Jewish News Syndicate conference in Jerusalem, on June 21, 2026.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks standing between US Vice President JD Vance and Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani prior to a quadrilateral meeting between the United States, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar in Switzerland, on June 21, 2026.

Swiss talks put Qatar and Pakistan at the center of a new US-Iran de-escalation track - analysis

Inglewood, California, USA; New Zealand forward Elijah Just (11) and Iran forward Mohammad Mohebi (8) battle for the ball in the first half during a Group G match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium, June 15, 2026.

Iran team to enter US two days before matches in FIFA World Cup 2026, ahead of critical Egypt game

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conferene at the Prime Minister's office in Jerursalem, June 15, 2026.

Majority of Israelis view US-Iran deal as negative for Israel, few see objectives achieved - poll


Israeli security officials 'frustrated' over US deal, believe Iran's economic collapse imminent

According to two sources familiar with the discussion, ministers were told that Iran's economy had deteriorated sharply under the US-led naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

A woman holds an Iranian flag near an anti-US billboard depicting US President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran, Iran, May 25, 2026.

Iranian tankers recently sailed through Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade

Other vessels are also on the move, with five Iranian-flagged dry bulk and container ships that were anchored off Malaysia's coast for weeks now sailing back towards Iran, UANI analysis showed.

A tugboat moves cargo towards the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam province, Oman, July 20, 2018

Iran deal reportedly includes $300 billion investment fund, majority already committed

The new fund is a private investment vehicle, not a reconstruction or reparations program and will not include any government money or grants, the source said.

An oil tanker docked at the Port of Fujairah, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran limits marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, May 6, 2026.

Did Trump buy time or just buy a signature? - opinion

Before we celebrate, it is worth asking a simple question: What exactly changed? Iran’s signature on a document does not change the nature of the regime.

Iranian, American flags against backdrop of Iranian nuclear site. (illustration)

US-Iran deal sparks fierce political warfare in Israel over Lebanon freedom of action - analysis

The reported framework does not yet clearly settle what restrictions Iran would accept on uranium enrichment, what happens to its uranium stockpile, or how sanctions relief would be sequenced.

Iran fans display a combined pre-Iranian Revolution "Lion and Sun", Israel and United States flag inside the stadium before a World Cup match.

Qatar to host US-Iran talks in Doha as behind-the-scenes diplomacy secures peace accord - report

According to a Qatari report, the talk of an approaching agreement between Washington and Tehran was accompanied by a media campaign against Qatar.

Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attend a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East during the G7 summit, in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 16, 2026.

Reza Pahlavi condemns US-Iran MoU, warns it will strengthen Tehran regime

The Iranian crown prince said any deal with Tehran will fail, arguing it empowers a regime that continues to repress and execute political opponents.

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi pictured in Odesa, Ukraine, May 30, 2026; illustrative.

Netanyahu says Israel was not briefed on US-Iran deal, Trump weighs $300 billion Iran fund

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US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embrace as they walk into Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida.

Israeli satellites photographed Iran over 50,000 times during Operation Roaring Lion - exclusive

This statistic would mean that Israeli satellites were taking well over 1,000 photos per day of the Islamic Republic during the war.

A satellite image shows an oil terminal at Kharg Island, Iran, February 25, 2026.

US-Iran talks to finalize agreement on Friday alongside new round of negotiations in Switzerland

Iran's Foreign Minister Araqchi warned that any Israeli attack on Lebanon or continued presence on Lebanese territory from now on constituted a violation of the interim agreement with the US.

Switzerland's Foreign Minister and Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi take part in a bilateral meeting between Switzerland and Iran, in Geneva, Switzerland, Tuesday, February 17, 2026.