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What you need to know
- Pakistan PM announces peace deal has been reached between US and Iran
- Sharif said there would be signing ceremony on Friday, June 19 in Switzerland
- Iran’s deputy foreign minister says military operations would be halted on all fronts, including in Lebanon
- Trump confirms deal reached, authorizes end of US naval blockade in Strait of Hormuz
- Leaders of Germany, the UK, France, Italy and Qatar welcome deal announcement
- US president had earlier warned warring parties not to ‘blow it’
- The president specifically called on Israel to stop strikes on Lebanon and Hezbollah to refrain from attacks as well
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Skip next section US lawmakers cautious over deal details06/15/2026June 15, 2026
US lawmakers cautious over deal details
While the announcement of the peace agreement between Iran and the US was widely welcomed by Republicans, some lawmakers within Trump’s party voiced concern over a lack of details on what the deal entails.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who has taken a hardline stance on Iran, said he would be “watching closely” to see how negotiations develop surrounding Iran’s nuclear program.
“I am somewhat concerned that Iran’s view of the agreement seems different than what the American negotiating team is claiming,” Graham wrote in a post on X.
“Time will tell,” he added.
The agreement faced particular scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers, who have sharply criticized the war and its economic impact.
Gregory Meeks, the top Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, criticized the war as “misguided and detrimental” to US interests, but welcomed the Trump administration’s “turn toward diplomacy.”
“Any final agreement must be durable, enforceable, transparent, and subject to rigorous oversight by Congress. The American people deserve more than vague announcements or political spin,” he said in a statement.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOi1Skip next section Trump says Strait of Hormuz won’t open until Friday, oil prices show early drop06/15/2026June 15, 2026
Trump says Strait of Hormuz won’t open until Friday, oil prices show early drop
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s key oil shipping routes, wouldn’t reopen for traffic again until Friday when the agreement between the US and Iran is due to be signed.
“With the opening of the Strait upon the signing of the Deal on Friday, for purposes of mine removal, oil will flow on both ends again for the Region, and the World!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.
The conflict has effectively shut down the flow of crucial gas and oil supplies for months, causing a spike in global energy prices. Around 20% of the world’s crude oil supply is transported through the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices fell following news of the preliminary peace deal. The US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) was down around 4% during trading in Tokyo, while the price of Brent Crude fell by a similar number to roughly $84 per barrel (€72).
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOexSkip next section UN’s Guterres hails deal as ‘critical step’ towards ending Iran war06/15/2026June 15, 2026
UN’s Guterres hails deal as ‘critical step’ towards ending Iran war
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres also extended his congratulations to Iran and the US for reaching a deal on the “permanent and immediate ceasefire.”
The agreement represents a “critical step” towards “a peaceful settlement of the conflict.”
He also expressed his “deep appreciation” to mediators in Pakistan, Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkey for “supporting the negotiations that led to the peace deal.”
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOcSSkip next section WATCH: DW livestream analysis of US-Iran deal announcement Published 06/15/2026Published June 15, 2026last updated 06/15/2026last updated June 15, 2026
WATCH: DW livestream analysis of US-Iran deal announcement
Missed our livestream? Watch below to see our DW news team provide the latest analysis regarding the US-Iran peace deal announcement and what it means for the region.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOcRSkip next section Germany’s Merz says US-Iran deal must be implemented ‘with determination’06/15/2026June 15, 2026
Germany’s Merz says US-Iran deal must be implemented ‘with determination’
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz praised the US and Iran for the “diplomatic breakthrough” that lead to the agreement.
“The Strait of Hormuz must be opened to free navigation permanently and without any restrictions,” Merz said in a statement released early on Monday morning.
“This can pave the way towards a reinvigorated global economy and a more secure Middle East,” he said.
“It is crucial to implement it with determination,” Merz added.
The German chancellor also said the ongoing discussions should ensure that Iran ceases its military nuclear program, and that attacks against Israel or neighboring countries in the region must stop.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOcESkip next section World leaders ‘welcome’ Iran war peace deal announcement06/15/2026June 15, 2026
World leaders ‘welcome’ Iran war peace deal announcement
The leaders of Germany, the UK, France, and Italy welcomed the breakthrough in peace talks between the US and Iran on Sunday night.
In a joint statement, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the agreement was “a hugely important step forward in ending the war.”
He emphasized that the focus should now turn to ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open to alleviate the economic impact, “and that the detailed elements of the nuclear agreement are finalized.”
Starmer added that the four countries are “prepared to lift relevant sanctions in response to clear, verifiable steps by Iran on its nuclear program.”
Qatar, who helped mediate the deal, also “welcomed” the announcement.
“We look forward to all parties engaging in the forthcoming negotiations in a positive and constructive spirit that will help consolidate this progress and build upon it,” said Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who is both the country’s prime minister and its foreign minister, in a statement posted on X.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOaRSkip next section Iran confirms deal, says Strait of Hormuz will open06/15/2026June 15, 2026
Iran confirms deal, says Strait of Hormuz will open
Statements carried by Iranian state media confirmed an initial deal with the United States to end the conflict.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the agreement would end military operations in Iran and Lebanon, as well as opening the blockade in critical shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
“A permanent and immediate end to the war has been declared on all fronts, including Lebanon,” Gharibabadi said in comments aired by Iranian state television.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOa5Skip next section Trump says deal with Iran ‘complete’06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Trump says deal with Iran ‘complete’
US President Donald Trump said that a peace agreement with Iran was “complete.”
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.
Trump said he “fully authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz,” and would also immediately remove a US naval blockade that has been in place in the crucial shipping corridor.
“Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!” Trump said.
The US president commented shortly after Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, announced that a deal had been struck between Washington and Tehran.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOYnSkip next section Pakistan’s PM announces US-Iran peace deal reached06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Pakistan’s PM announces US-Iran peace deal reached
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the United States and Iran have reached a peace agreement.
“Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED,” Sharif posted on X.
He said both sides have declared and “immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon.”
Sharif said there would be a signing cermony of the agreement on Friday June 19 in Switzerland.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOW6Skip next section UN chief condemns Israeli strikes on Beirut06/14/2026June 14, 2026
UN chief condemns Israeli strikes on Beirut
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has strongly criticized Israel’s strikes in Lebanon at a key moment in efforts to reach a peace agreement between the US and Iran.
“I strongly condemn today’s Israeli strikes on Beirut,” Guterres said in a post on X.
“The strikes took place despite the ceasefire & at a time when the US & Iran are expected to reach an agreement that will pave the way to a peaceful resolution of this conflict,” the UN chief said.
Guterres urged all parties to exercise “maximum restraint at this crucial moment” and said he was hoping for a “successful outcome.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FOBWSkip next section Senior Iranian commander says forces have ‘finger on the trigger’06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Senior Iranian commander says forces have ‘finger on the trigger’
A top Iranian commander says forces have their “finger on the trigger” and have warned Israel that they will attack in the event of a “mistake.”
“We are waiting for the smallest mistake by the aggressive enemy to teach them an unforgettable and final lesson,” state news quoted Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, as saying.
The warning comes after Israel launched strikes against Hezbollah targets in Beirut, the attacks coming amid a sensitive phase in peace negotiations between the US and Iran.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FO5pSkip next section Iran’s president says top security authority backs ‘path of dialogue’06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Iran’s president says top security authority backs ‘path of dialogue’
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country’s top security body was backing the “path to dialogue.”
“The Supreme National Security Council has concluded that the path of dialogue should be pursued,” Pezeshkian said during a discussion with media executives, according to the presidency’s website.
Pezeshkian said that the council was responsible for “decisions regarding war and negotiations.”
https://p.dw.com/p/5FNiVSkip next section Israel, Hezbollah should stop strikes against each other: Trump06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Israel, Hezbollah should stop strikes against each other: Trump
US President Donald Trump called on Israel to stop carrying out strikes in Lebanon.
“We are very close to a deal that would bring peace to the region, including in Lebanon, and all sides should stand down,” Trump posted on his Truth Social account.
“There should be no more attacks by Israel anywhere in Lebanon, but there should also be no more attacks by any other party, including Hezbollah, against Israel,” the US president added.
According to Trump, the current negotiations could lead to a “long and beautiful peace,” calling on all sides not to “blow it.”
https://p.dw.com/p/5FNNsSkip next section Iranian official promises response to Israel’s Beirut strike06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Iranian official promises response to Israel’s Beirut strike
A senior Iranian military official said the Israeli strikes on Beirut will not go “unanswered,” local media reported.
“Without a doubt, these crimes will not go unanswered,” Brigadier General Mohammad Jafar Asadi, deputy commander of Iran’s highest military command, told Defa Press news agency.
Iran previously promised that any Israeli strikes on the Lebanese capital would result in a response by Tehran, and such an attack led Tehran to several ballistic missiles in Israel’s direction earlier this week, with Israel carrying out strikes in Iran in response.
https://p.dw.com/p/5FNCKSkip next section Iran criticizes Washington after Israel’s Beirut strike06/14/2026June 14, 2026
Iran criticizes Washington after Israel’s Beirut strike
Iran‘s top negotiator with the US criticized Washington after Israel‘s strike in Beirut, saying it provides proof that the US “either lacks the will to implement its commitment or lacks the ability to do so.”
“If you can’t fulfill your commitments, speaking of continuing the path is impossible,” Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on his X account.
Lebanese authorities said three people were killed after the Israeli airstrike on the Dahia neighborhood in Beirut, an area known to be a stronghold of Iran-backed Islamist militia Hezbollah.
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