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Iran deal: Trump is back to square one, but the cards are now in Tehran’s favor
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Iran deal: Trump is back to square one, but the cards are now in Tehran’s favor

The signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran on Monday has been welcomed by the international community after a devastating, three-month war. The agreement was announced on June 14, President Donald Trump’s birthday, but the biggest beneficiary, experts say, is the Iranian regime.

US-Iran deal leaves major Lebanon questions unresolved

US-Iran deal leaves major Lebanon questions unresolved

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Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Negah Angha, Visiting Fellow at King's College London and Former Senior Advisor at the US Department of State and National Security Council under the Biden Administration, says that "the real test is going to be whether or not this framework survives the Lebanon angle and whether it can, on the American side, be translated into some sort of nuclear framework".

Iran deal allows Tehran to charge maritime service fees on Hormuz Strait transit, ministry days

Iran deal allows Tehran to charge maritime service fees on Hormuz Strait transit, ministry days

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US officials said Monday that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump, and insisted that Tehran would have to fulfill its commitments before getting any economic benefits. However, Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that the deal would allow it to charge maritime service fees on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, rath...

Iran's foreign ministry says 'deep mistrust' in US remains despite deal

Iran's foreign ministry says 'deep mistrust' in US remains despite deal

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Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that Tehran still holds "deep mistrust" of the United States despite an agreed framework aimed at ending the war. "Unfortunately, it must be acknowledged that Iran's deep mistrust of the United States stems from long history of wrongdoing by American leaders," said foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei in a weekly press briefing. FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah re...

'Let the oil flow!': Can US and Iran actually strike lasting deal?

'Let the oil flow!': Can US and Iran actually strike lasting deal?

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If Donald Trump calls it a peace deal, does that make it so? 'Let the oil flow,' trumpeted the US president after agreeing on the day of his 80th birthday to a memorandum of understanding with Iran. Trump quick to schedule a signing ceremony - this one next Friday in Switzerland, across from where he’s flown in for a G-Seven summit on the French side of Lake Geneva.

Belgium - Egypt live: Ashour belter puts Pharaohs ahead in Group G showdown

Belgium - Egypt live: Ashour belter puts Pharaohs ahead in Group G showdown

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Group G favourites Belgium kick off their World Cup campaign at the Seattle Stadium on Monday with a showdown against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, with the seven-time African champions still chasing their first victory on football's biggest stage. Kevin De Bruyne is expected to start for the Red Devils, reviving his longtime Premier League rivalry with the Pharaoh's Salah. Follow our live commentary.

Belgium - Egypt live: Salah's Pharaohs chase first World Cup victory in Group G showdown

Belgium - Egypt live: Salah's Pharaohs chase first World Cup victory in Group G showdown

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Group G favourites Belgium kick off their World Cup campaign at the Seattle Stadium on Monday with a showdown against Mohamed Salah's Egypt, with the seven-time African champions still chasing their first victory on football's biggest stage. Kevin De Bruyne is expected to start for the Red Devils, reviving his longtime Premier League rivalry with the Pharaoh's Salah. Follow our live commentary.

'Epic folly': As the US and Iran both declare victory, 'none of the problems were resolved'

'Epic folly': As the US and Iran both declare victory, 'none of the problems were resolved'

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Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran project and Senior Advisor at the International Crisis Group. He argues that the war failed to achieve its principal strategic objectives while imposing enormous costs on all parties involved. Contrary to narratives portraying the outcome as a decisive victory for either side, Vaez frames the conflict as a classic "lose-lose" dynami...

Ukraine: Kyiv's historic cathedral set ablaze in Russian attack

Ukraine: Kyiv's historic cathedral set ablaze in Russian attack

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One of #Ukraine's most important religious landmarks was hit in an overnight Russian attack on June 15. Ukrainian President Volodymyr #Zelensky visited the cathedral and called for more pressure on Russian President Vladimir #Putin ahead of his attendance at the #G7 summit in #Paris.

Confusion in Lebanon over US-Iran deal

Confusion in Lebanon over US-Iran deal

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Fighting in southern Lebanon abated on Monday after the announcement of a US-Iran deal to end the wider conflict, but local authorities warned displaced people not to rush home and Israel said it would not withdraw its troops from the area amid confusion over exactly what the terms of the deal will mean for the country. France 24's Renée Davis has the latest from Beirut.

Israel 'has had its hands forced' by US-Iran deal

Israel 'has had its hands forced' by US-Iran deal

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The US and Iran said they have agreed terms to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Though the text was not yet published, its apparent call for hostilities to cease more broadly could be tricky for Israel, which was not part of the negotiations and has been waging war in Lebanon against the Iran-aligned Hezbollah group. France 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem.

Iran take World Cup centre stage as they arrive in US

Iran take World Cup centre stage as they arrive in US

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Iran's football team arrived in the United States for the first time at this World Cup on Sunday, landing at Los Angeles International Airport and holding a press conference on the same day that a peace deal between the two nations was announced. The Iran squad arrived after a short flight from Tijuana, Mexico, where they left their base ​camp earlier to a ‌rousing sendoff ahead of their opening g...

2026 World Cup set to be 'most polluting' sporting event in history

2026 World Cup set to be 'most polluting' sporting event in history

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The 2026 World Cup is bringing excitement to football fans around the world, but it will also come at a cost for the environment. The 2026 edition is officially projected to be the most polluting sporting event in history, with a total carbon footprint of 9 million tonnes of CO2, nearly double the average of the last four tournaments. FRANCE 24's Environment Editor Valerie Dekimpe tells us more. 

What we know about the US-Iran memorandum of understanding

What we know about the US-Iran memorandum of understanding

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The United States and Iran, ⁠as well as mediator Pakistan, ​have provided few details about the preliminary deal announced on Sunday to bring an end to the US-Iran hostilities that have engulfed the region and threatened global energy supplies. Mediators will continue meeting this week ahead of a signing ceremony on Friday in Switzerland.

Janis: An alternative pop transition

Janis: An alternative pop transition

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Janis is an alternative pop and soul artist who will this week be releasing a stunning new album, "Cry With Us", through which she draws from her experience as a trans woman. She popped by the FRANCE 24 studios to chat to Marjorie Hache and share more about her story and evolution from teenage pop sensation Sliimy in the late 2000s to alternative pop artist. We also take a look at new releases by ...

Mixed reactions in Lebanon and Israel over Iran-US ceasefire

Mixed reactions in Lebanon and Israel over Iran-US ceasefire

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The United States and Iran reached an initial agreement Monday that would extend their shaky ceasefire and lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but significant challenges remain to ending the war, including whether Israel will continue its offensive in Lebanon. The deal was met by sceptism by some in Beirut who doubt if it will really bring an end to the destruction, while in Israel some...

G7 summit: 'Pressure will be on leaders to show support for Ukraine'

G7 summit: 'Pressure will be on leaders to show support for Ukraine'

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As G7 leaders meet in France this week, Iran and the peace deal signed with the US is likely to be in the spotlight. But with Volodymyr Zelensky in attendance, Ukraine is also set to be a major point of discussion, with leaders expected to show their support for the country in the wake of recent Russian attacks. France 24's Philip Turle has the latest.

Brazil : Oliver Tree, “Missed You” singer, killed in helicopter crash

Brazil : Oliver Tree, “Missed You” singer, killed in helicopter crash

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American alt-pop singer and internet personality Oliver Tree was aboard one of the two helicopters that collided mid-air in Brazil, leaving six dead. The musician was known for hits such as "Miss You" and "Life Goes On." He had over 11 million  monthly listeners on Spotify, with his top songs listened to over 700 million times.