Key facts
- President Donald Trump announced a framework agreement with Iran to end hostilities.
- The agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- The deal's details regarding Iran's nuclear program are scarce.
- The G7 summit convened in Évian, France.
- The G7 summit concluded without a joint declaration on Ukraine.
- Iranian hardliners vociferously reject the proposed US peace deal.
- Critics argue the deal fails to secure sanctions relief or compensation.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed skepticism about the deal's timeline.
- Thousands protested the G7 summit in Geneva, Switzerland.
- A Tesla was set ablaze during protests in Geneva.
President Donald Trump announced a framework agreement with Iran aimed at ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, just before the G7 summit in Évian, France. The details of this deal, particularly concerning Iran's nuclear program, remain scarce and have drawn scrutiny from allies and some domestic critics. The Trump administration expressed confidence that a preliminary framework would be signed on Sunday, though Iran disputes this timeline, suggesting finalization in the "coming days."
Iranian hardliners are strongly opposing the proposed peace deal, arguing it fails to secure sanctions relief, compensation, or control over the Strait of Hormuz. Conversely, supporters of the deal maintain it would end the conflict without requiring new nuclear commitments. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has expressed skepticism regarding President Trump's repeated assertions of an imminent U.S.-Iran deal, noting similar claims have been made previously. Qatari negotiators met with Iranian officials, but Iran has shown caution due to perceived inconsistency from the U.S. side.
The G7 summit convened to address global challenges including the war in Ukraine, the Middle East conflict, and artificial intelligence. The surprise U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement was expected to dominate discussions and potentially alter the agenda. However, the summit concluded without a unified statement on Ukraine, as leaders, including Donald Trump, could not agree on strong language against Russia. Canada, as the host, issued a "chair's summary" that noted support for Trump's peace efforts and an unconditional ceasefire, while other nations indicated plans for separate measures. The summit also faced hurdles on issues like Ebola and questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program, with potential global shortages of Patriot interceptors noted.
Thousands protested the G7 summit in Geneva, Switzerland, on Sunday, with clashes erupting between demonstrators and police. A Tesla was set ablaze and bank windows were smashed during the march, though authorities reported the demonstration was otherwise largely peaceful. Separately, a Palestinian died from Israeli gunfire in Gaza City, and another Palestinian prisoner died in Israeli custody, amid escalating tensions in the region.