US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation'

Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".

Vance Lashes Out at Israeli Critics of U.S.-Iran Agreement to End the War

The vice president said that the United States was the only powerful ally Israel had left and noted that two-thirds of the weapons that protected Israel were paid for by U.S. tax dollars.

By Jonathan Swan, Erica L. Green, Max Bearak and Michael Levenson

Donald Trump gambles that Iran wants money more than power

The peace deal is all carrot and no stick

JD Vance lashes out at Israeli government over Iran deal criticism

US vice-president says Israelis who find fault in agreement with Tehran need ‘to wake up and smell the reality’

JD Vance slams Israeli critics of US-Iran deal

The US vice president rebuked members of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet who have criticized the Iran deal, arguing that if he were in their position, 'I might not be attacking the only powerful ally that I have anywhere left in the entire world.'

First steps in peace deal demand far more from U.S. than Iran

The memorandum of understanding requires numerous steps by Washington including lifting sanctions and freeing billions in frozen assets, while Iran was required only to open the Strait of Hormuz.

By Greg Miller

Iran announces plans to bring in maritime fees for strait of Hormuz

Tehran says fees to cover cost of managing waterway will come into effect at end of 60-day negotiation period Middle East crisis – live updates Iran has announced plans to introduce a system of maritime fees in the strait of Hormuz in two months after the 60-day period of negotiation that has been triggered by the signing of the memorandum of understanding. Tehran, claiming a historic victory over the US, added that the strait was under its control and the European plan for a naval mission ...

By Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor

U.S. lifts blockade on Iranian ports as 60-day clock for a final deal starts ticking

The U.S. is allowing ships to enter and exit Iranian ports and coastal areas as the countries move to a new phase of negotiations over the next 60 days.

By NPR Politics and Policy Desk

New poll reveals where Americans stand after Trump agreement with Iran

Americans split on Iran policy as 39% favor a negotiated settlement and 36% back regime change, according to the Reagan Institute Summer Survey.

Pro-Israel hawks in US criticise Iran MoU but avoid clashing with Trump

Analysts warn that pro-Israel groups and politicians in Washington will likely push to derail diplomacy with Tehran.

U.S. Navy ends blockade of Iran's ports and coastal areas, CENTCOM says

The Navy on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran's ports and coastal areas at the direction of President Donald Trump.

US forces lift Iran ports blockade as uncertainty clouds planned Switzerland talks

The US lifted its blockade of Iranian ports on Thursday after US President Donald Trump and Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim peace deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran. But uncertainty surrounded Friday's planned talks in Switzerland as both sides prepared for negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear programme.

By FRANCE 24

Vance begs Iran deal critics to have faith in Trump - but Congress isn’t thrilled

JD Vance tries to assure conservatives, but comes off sounding much like Obama’s team in 2015, write John Bowden and Eric Garcia

By John Bowden and Eric Garcia

Will Trump’s Iran War Deal Lower Grocery Prices? Here’s When Costs Could Go Down - Forbes

Will Trump’s Iran War Deal Lower Grocery Prices? Here’s When Costs Could Go Down  Forbes

'We will not accept if ...' - Iran Supreme leader's first reaction on deal with US

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei authorized a memorandum of understanding with the US, despite personal reservations. He granted approval after receiving assurances that Iran's rights and the "Resistance Front" would be protected. The agreement, signed by both presidents, aims to end hostilities and pave the way for further negotiations.

By TOI WORLD DESK

US confirms lifting of the blockade of Iranian ports after peace deal kicks in

In other developments, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei endorsed direct negotiations with the U.S. in a statement read by state media.

The Fox-Trump Divorce

For a decade, the network and the president have fueled each other’s rise. As the midterms approach, both are learning who really owns the Republican base.

By Kevin Dolak

How does Donald Trump's MoU with Iran compare to Obama's 2015 nuclear deal? - explainer

Here is how Obama's 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and Trump's Memorandum of Understanding on Iran compare.

"Smell The Reality": JD Vance Slams Israel For Criticising Iran Deal

Israel and the US jointly launched the war against Iran on Feb. 28, closely coordinating the more than month long military operation.

Trump's Iran deal sparks anger among Republicans

US President Donald Trump's deal with Iran has opened a rare breach with Republican hawks, who warn that the agreement falls far short of the sweeping victory he promised and could leave Tehran richer, stronger and still able to threaten the region.

Republicans Slam Trump for Caving to Iran in ‘Disaster’ of a Deal

"Giving billions of dollars to theocratic lunatics who want to murder us is not a good idea," Sen. Ted Cruz told reporters

By Ryan Bort

‘Has anyone ever heard of anything so ridiculous?’ — Donald Trump sees delay to golf rule change as a ‘big victory’

US president gives his view on golf ball rollback as governing bodies want to rein in driving distance

By Brian Keogh

Shipping risks remain high in Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz 

International shipping continues to operate under heightened risk across some of the world’s most important sea lanes, as renewed Houthi threats in the Red Sea, continued uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz and the return of Somali piracy place crews and global supply chains under growing pressure.  According to the latest EOS Intelligence assessment, cited by newmoney, the situation remains […]

Netanyahu, Israel’s arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he intends to ‌stand ‌in an election that must be held by October, but polls put his right-wing coalition on course to lose.

Three Saudi oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz in early sign of rising flows

The Iran war may end but high oil prices may not

Trump hopes oil prices will come down immediately, but economists say this probably won’t happen

By Justin Klawans, The Week US

Business sector welcomes Iran pact

Businesses and economists took a deep breath after the US and Iran signed off on a deal to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, lifting optimism as oil prices fell, which could ease inflation and support potential economic growth.

US VP JD Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally

Condemns Israeli strikes on Beirut, saying civilian harm that disrupts Iran peace talks is unacceptable

By Reuters

Netanyahu rules out Lebanon withdrawal despite US-Iran deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday ruled out a withdrawal of Israeli troops from territory occupied in southern Lebanon for the foreseeable future, despite a U.S...

Bullish Or Bearish Into Year-End? BITG & Fundstrat To Face Off

Bullish Or Bearish Into Year-End? BITG & Fundstrat To Face Off S&P 500 and Nasdaq remain near record highs despite yesterday’s post-Fed freakout. Risk-on is still in fashion as investors remain hopeful of a lasting U.S.-Iran peace. Though the question remains: Is the rally sustainable or are markets poised for a painful reversal before year-end? Tonight at 7pm ET, Adam Taggart of Thoughtful Money hosts a debate between two of Wall Street's closely followed technical strategis...

By Tyler Durden

Hormuz Oil and Gas Shipments Accelerate After Deal Enters Force

A growing stream of stranded oil is making its way out of the Strait of Hormuz while empty Iranian vessels rush in, as the US-Iran interim peace deal sparks one of the biggest days of activity since the conflict began.

By Weilun Soon, Stephen Stapczynski, Alex Longley, Prejula Prem

Vance defends Iran deal, eyes Swiss talks

US Vice President JD Vance defends the Iran deal, stating he will head to Switzerland for talks to finalize a long-term agreement. Learn more about the con Read More: https://punchng.com/vance-defends-iran-deal-eyes-swiss-talks/

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US forces lift blockade of Iran ports

The signing of the deal by Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian set in motion a 60-day period for talks on wider issues between the two foes, including the Iranian nuclear programme. The post US forces lift blockade of Iran ports appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah