G7 summit becomes stage for Iran breakthrough
President Donald Trump announced a tentative US-Iran agreement during the G7 summit in France, where he met with world leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Trump said the deal would rule out nuclear weapons for Tehran and predicted oil prices would continue falling. The text of the memorandum of understanding is expected Friday.
Israel-Lebanon conditions emerge
Iran stated that the deal requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon, a condition that has drawn sharp criticism from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Angry Israelis have protested against what they see as a rushed agreement that does not address security concerns. Vice President JD Vance confirmed that international nuclear inspectors will return to Iran as part of the terms.
Markets react positively
Global oil prices dropped sharply following the announcement, with analysts predicting further declines. Stock markets rallied, with Trump noting the Dow Jones surged on the news. The fragile quiet in Lebanon holds as the US-Iran truce leaves unresolved questions about regional stability and the future of US military presence in the Gulf.