The United States has deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to the Central African Republic, according to her lawyer, Emily Trostle. Trostle expressed significant concerns, telling Reuters that the move was "super dangerous" and that the individuals are being "abandoned in a country where they have no status, no connection and no support network." She fears they may ultimately be forced back to the countries they originally fled.
In parallel developments, US military forces reported downing multiple Iranian one-way attack drones that were launched in an attempt to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command stated that traffic flow through the strait remains unimpeded and that American forces maintain regional presence and vigilance.
Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi indicated that a memorandum of understanding with the United States to end the war is "never been closer" to finalization, though he stressed that media speculation should cease. US President Donald Trump reposted Araghchi's statement on his Truth Social platform, after previously criticizing Iran for alleged leaks regarding the deal.
Separately, the UN Security Council issued a joint statement condemning the killing of a Serbian peacekeeper from the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) on June 4, calling for a swift investigation and accountability for those responsible.
