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US-Iran memorandum of understanding formally finalized after presidents sign text

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says future talks will focus exclusively on nuclear issues and sanctions relief18 June 2026

Lebanon rejects Trump's proposal for Syria to ‘take care of Hezbollah’

'Lebanon has suffered for years from foreign interference,' Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar tells CNN18 June 2026

EU prepares for new trade era with China in response to record trade deficit

New trade defense tools discussed in the face of record trade deficit reaching $417.4 billion in 2025, while Brussels aims to diversify supply chains, shield key sectors and mitigate risks instead of severing ties with Beijing18 June 2026

UN wants to see Lebanon's sovereignty respected

‘It is also incumbent on all the parties involved in this conflict to ensure that nothing is done to derail what appears to be a deal to end this conflict,’ says UN spokesperson17 June 2026

G7 leaders call for safer digital environment for children

'Digital service providers have important role and opportunity to provide digital platforms which are safe-by-design,' G7 leaders say17 June 2026

NATO chief urges cost-effective counter-drone solutions

'We have to find some interception techniques which are of the same cost as the drones,' Mark Rutte says17 June 2026

NATO ready to support efforts to reopen Hormuz Strait if requested, says Rutte

'NATO ... always ready to help if so wanted,' alliance chief says 17 June 2026

G7 backs increased military aid for Ukraine, welcomes US-Iran deal

Leaders pledge more air defenses for Kyiv, support Trump-brokered agreement with Tehran, and call for stability in Middle East17 June 2026

Morning Briefing: June 17, 2026

Anadolu’s recap of top stories from around the globe17 June 2026

Canada's premier calls US-Iran deal 'game changer'

'I have to say it has exceeded my expectations. We're very pleased with the deal that's been struck,' says Mark Carney17 June 2026

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