US-Iran Talks Postponed and New Hezbollah Ceasefire Announced as Israeli Strikes Continue in Lebanon

Asserts that Iran views Lebanon as "a test" of US leverage over Israel, questioning whether Washington can guarantee Israel will abide by future agreements if it cannot stop attacks on Lebanon now.

“"If the United States is not able to stop Israel from attacking Lebanon, who will guarantee that in the future Israel won't attack Iran itself?"”

Warns it is "very, very unwise" for Iran to condition the US-Iran deal on ending the war in Lebanon, arguing that neither Iran nor the US fully controls their respective allies.

“"They can't control what Hezbollah is going to do, and the United States doesn't control what Israel is going to do."”

Expects the MoU to hold but warns that a broader agreement within 60 days will be "very difficult" due to technical complexity and deep mistrust, predicting an extended period in "MoU-land".

“"There is no better alternative."”

Argues that Tehran is "not joking" about its demand for a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, characterizing it as the deal's greatest vulnerability.

“"not joking"”

States the US has a "commitment and responsibility" to ensure the deal is upheld on all fronts, including Lebanon.

Frustrated with Israel for continuing strikes as his administration pushes for a "complete ceasefire on all fronts".

Issued a rare rebuke of Israel after ongoing fighting threatened to derail the US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

Accused Israel of seeking 'permanent war' as its ongoing attacks continue to derail the US-Iran memorandum.

Announced that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the Lebanese President that bilateral negotiations with Israel are the only path to reconstruction and ending cycles of violence, and that the next round will be held from June 23-25.

Has been seeking to disarm Hezbollah as part of a US-backed roadmap and has pushed for Israel's full withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

Says Iran is ready to move forward on diplomacy with the US, but the United States must ensure Israel abides by the terms of the deal to end the war.

Insists on the continued presence of UNIFIL in southern Lebanon until full implementation of Resolution 1701 and supports the deployment of the Lebanese army to the international border.

Expected to travel to Switzerland, but told counterparts that a Lebanon ceasefire is essential to the diplomatic process and could be "make or break" for the US-Iran talks.

“"make or break"”

En route to Switzerland as a US envoy ahead of delayed negotiations with Iran.

Already arrived in Switzerland as a presidential envoy for the delayed US-Iran talks.

Accuses Israel of wanting "permanent war" and insists that any breach of commitments in the MoU will be attributed to the United States.

“"will be attributed to the US"”

Declares that the project to eliminate Hezbollah has failed and insists that Israelis will withdraw from every inch of Lebanese land.

“"The project to eliminate Hezbollah has failed, and the Israelis will withdraw from every last inch of our land."”

Announces that Israeli forces will continue to remove immediate threats and respond to Hezbollah violations, asserting a posture of "full operational freedom".

“"continue to remove immediate threats, respond to Hezbollah's violations, and do whatever is necessary to protect our civilians"”

Called for collective punishment in Lebanon in response to Israeli soldier deaths, stating "Lebanon must burn".

“"Lebanon must burn... For every tear shed by an Israeli mother, 1,000 Lebanese mothers must weep"”

Tells US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that a "comprehensive ceasefire" ending Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory is needed for the next round of Washington talks to progress.

“"comprehensive ceasefire"”

Expresses scepticism that Israel will abide by the ceasefire, noting a history of unkept agreements.

“"The agreement is good, and we all want an agreement, but the Israelis don't abide by it. How many times have they made agreements? More than once, they don't commit."”

Warns that Netanyahu faces either a direct clash with the US or a submissive capitulation of Israeli interests, calling the Iran deal a political disaster.

States that he and the Saudi crown prince agreed the next phase of Iran-US negotiations must be "guided by a firm commitment to dialogue and diplomacy, and vigilance against any attempt to undermine the peace process".

“"guided by a firm commitment to dialogue and diplomacy, and vigilance against any attempt to undermine the peace process"”

Drops plans to travel to Geneva for the postponed talks.

Excoriated Benjamin Netanyahu for launching attacks in Lebanon that threatened to derail the deal, calling him a very difficult guy who should be thankful.

“He’s a very difficult guy, and to be honest with you, he should be very thankful to us for doing this. Because if Iran had a nuclear weapon, Israel wouldn’t be around for two hours.”

Issued an extraordinary rebuke to Israeli critics of the Iran deal, warning them not to alienate their only powerful ally left in the world.

“Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire world who is sympathetic to the nation of Israel at this moment in time, and he happens to be the head of state of the world superpower.”

Gives President Trump the benefit of the doubt that he is making the right decisions for America and its allies, but expects the deal with Iran not to hold, after which Trump will deal with them with a heavy hand.

“We give President Trump the benefit of the doubt that he is making the right decisions for America, and that he is also trying to help his allies — and, of course, the most important ally in the region is Israel.”

Says the community remains very thankful for what Trump has done for Israel and does not hate him for a decision they agree with less, insisting that if the person is good, the person is good.

“When someone does something good for you, you’re not gonna hate them right when they do something you agree a little less with.”

Compares the Iran deal to the Vichy France deal with Nazi Germany.

“This deal is the equivalent of Vichy France making a deal with Nazi Germany.”

Feels the deal does not account for Israelis living near Lebanon, who will still face Hezbollah rockets even if central and southern Israel stop receiving Iranian missiles.

“If there is a ceasefire with Iran, people in central and south Israel will stop receiving Iranian missiles, but here in the north we will still have Hezbollah rockets.”

Characterizes the US-Iran MoU as "a great victory" and a "pivotal point for Lebanon," thanking Iran for linking the Lebanese front to the deal and forcing Israel to stop its aggression.

“"A great victory"”

Assesses that the MoU "virtually gives Iran everything it wanted" and represents "a victory for Hezbollah" initially, but conditions that verdict on whether Israel is forced to abide by the deal's terms.

“"This memorandum of understanding virtually gives Iran everything it wanted and Trump everything he had [before attacking Iran, together with Israel, in February]."”

Argues that if Iran's oil revenue resumes without restriction, the external financial pressure meant to make Hezbollah's funding harder to sustain eases, pushing the disarmament question further out.

Holds the United States directly responsible for the latest Israeli attacks in Lebanon and warns that Iran will take all necessary measures to safeguard its interests, security, and rights, as well as those of its allies.

““La República Islámica de Irán adoptará todas las medidas necesarias para salvaguardar sus intereses, su seguridad y sus derechos, así como los de sus aliados”” es

Insulted the Israeli prime minister in several phone calls, accusing him of nearly derailing the memorandum with Iran by intensifying attacks in Lebanon.

Reacted to the latest clashes by stating that Israel cannot ignore its security needs, and declared that the entire Lebanon must burn.

Insists on a ceasefire in Lebanon as an integral part of the provisional agreement reached with the United States.

Announced the postponement of talks between the US and Iran without explanation, stating that Switzerland remains ready to facilitate them.

“Suiza sigue dispuesta a facilitar estas conversaciones.” es

Attributed the delay of negotiations to logistical difficulties and indicated a US delegation is ready to depart as soon as possible.

Confirms he personally spoke with Israeli representatives to ask them to adhere to the ceasefire, advising them to calm down and use their heads.

““A veces tienes que calmarte y utilizar la cabeza”” es

Calls for a thousand Lebanese mothers to cry for every tear of an Israeli mother.

““lloren mil madres libanesas, por cada lágrima de una madre israelí”” es

Reiterates the demand for a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon, where more than 3,900 people have been killed by the Israeli army in the last three months.

Warns Israel not to mess with the only powerful ally it has left in the world.

““Yo no me metería con el único aliado poderoso que me queda en todo el mundo”” es

Calls for opening the gates of hell in Lebanon.

““abrir las puertas del infierno”” es

Insists that Israel will continue occupying southern Lebanon and opening fire against Hezbollah threats for as long as necessary.

““El tiempo que sea necesario”” es

States that the US has destroyed Iran's military force and should not pay for its reconstruction.

““Hemos destruido la fuerza militar iraní, y no deberíamos sufragar su reconstrucción”” es

Says the reconstruction fund will not be paid by US taxpayers but would make the payment to Iran in the 2015 Obama nuclear deal look like a pittance in comparison.

““no estará pagado por los contribuyentes estadounidenses” pero “haría que el pago a Irán contemplado en el acuerdo nuclear del presidente [Barack] Obama de 2015 pareciera una miseria en comparación”” es

Claims he has won, but the deal reflects his anxiety to end a conflict started under absurd premises and represents a strategic victory for Iran.

Has sabotaged the negotiation process whenever he could and has already announced he will not cease attacks in Lebanon, making the deal's success depend on someone who did not sign it.

Summarizes investor sentiment by stating that capital markets are already operating without taking Iran into account, and that the main topic being debated is investment in artificial intelligence.

“Los mercados de capitales ya están operando sin tener en cuenta a Irán. Creo que Irán ya es agua pasada. El tema principal que se está debatiendo es la inversión en IA.” es

Heads to Switzerland for talks after scheduled US-Iran negotiations were postponed.

Expected to be in Switzerland for talks, according to CNN citing a US official.

Travels to Tehran for meetings with senior Iranian officials to discuss the progress of negotiations between Iran and the United States.

States that he spoke with Israel and asked them to agree to the ceasefire with Hezbollah.

““İsrail ile görüştüğünü ve onlardan ateşkesi kabul etmelerini istediğini”” tr

States that if the enemy comes with weapons, Hezbollah will respond with weapons, and that every step rejecting occupation is a victory.

““Düşman bize silahla gelirse biz de silahla karşılık veririz. İşgali reddettiğimiz her adım bizim için bir zaferdir”” tr

Warns Israeli cabinet members that two-thirds of the defensive weapons protecting their homeland in the last three months were produced by American hands and funded by American taxpayers, and that anyone who thinks Donald Trump is Israel's biggest problem should wake up.

““İsrail’de ABD’yi eleştiren bazı kabine üyelerine şunu söylemek isterim: Son üç ayda, vatanınızı koruyan savunma silahlarının üçte ikisi Amerikan elleriyle üretildi ve Amerikan vergi mükelleflerinin parasıyla finanse edildi. İsrail’in sorunu Donald Trump değildir. İsrail’de en büyük sorunlarının Başkan Trump olduğunu düşünen herkes uyanmalı ve ülkesinin içinde bulunduğu durumun gerçekliğini görmelidir”” tr

Recalls the first article of the memorandum with the US, condemns Israeli attacks, states that the attacks are the responsibility of the US, and warns that Israel's ongoing war initiative will have serious and urgent consequences.

““saldırıların ABD’nin sorumluluğunda olduğunu”” tr

Describes the US-Iran agreement as a bad deal where the Americans pay cash and receive at most a letter of intent in return.

““Amerikalıların nakit parayla ödeme yaptığı ve karşılığında en fazla bir niyet mektubu aldığı kötü bir anlaşma”” tr

Claims that the intelligence Israel provided to the US saved countless American lives.

““ABD’ye sağladığımız istihbarat, sayısız Amerikan vatandaşının hayatını kurtardı”” tr

Claims Iran requested the diplomatic approach, declares the regime is finished, and rules out any financial transfers while postponing nuclear dialogue.

““No nos reunimos por desesperación; fue Irán quien lo hizo. ¡Están acabados! Dejaremos que transcurran los 60 días. No recibirán dinero alguno, ¡ni diez centavos!”” es

Urges the Netanyahu government to respect the peace process with Iran and warns against any aggression toward Donald Trump, whom he describes as the only world leader sympathetic to Israel.

States that Israel has halted all offensive operations, that Hezbollah and Iranian claims to the contrary are lies, and that peace in Lebanon will only emerge when Hezbollah is destroyed.

““Israel mantiene un firme compromiso con un cese de fuego inmediato” ... “Israel detuvo todas las operaciones ofensivas; las afirmaciones de Hezbollah e Irán en sentido contrario son mentiras descaradas. Si Hezbollah respeta el acuerdo y cesa sus hostilidades, será correspondido con tranquilidad” ... “Esto solo ocurrirá cuando Hezbollah, un grupo armado iraní asesino, sea destruido” ... “Permaneceremos allí hasta que esa misión se cumpla”” es

Confirms that Hezbollah and Israel agreed to cease hostilities in an agreement mediated by Qatar, the United States, and Iran.

““Hezbollah e Israel acordaron cesar las hostilidades en un acuerdo mediado por Qatar, Estados Unidos e Irán”” es

Claims that Iran requested the approach to Washington, not out of desperation on the US side, and that Iran will receive no money during the 60-day negotiation period.

““No nos reunimos por desesperación; fue Irán quien lo hizo. ¡Están acabados! Dejaremos que transcurran los 60 días. No recibirán dinero alguno, ¡ni diez centavos!””

Publicly urges the Netanyahu government to respect the peace process with Iran and warns against any aggression toward Donald Trump, whom he defines as the only head of state in the world who sympathizes with Israel at this moment.

““el único jefe de Estado de todo el mundo que simpatiza con la nación de Israel en este momento””

States that Israel maintains a firm commitment to an immediate ceasefire with Hezbollah, has halted all offensive operations, and that peace will only emerge when Hezbollah is dismantled; confirms IDF forces will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon until that mission is fulfilled.

““Israel mantiene un firme compromiso con un cese de fuego inmediato””

Announces a planned ceasefire with Hezbollah, stating Israel will retain complete freedom of action in Lebanon and will attack if Hezbollah violates the agreement.

Tells his Pakistani counterpart that the US would be responsible for any violation of its commitments under the deal, including ending the fighting in Lebanon.

Tells NBC News he spoke with Israel and asked it to agree to the ceasefire, advising them to calm down and use their heads.

““You just gotta calm down sometimes and use your head””

Condemns the latest Israeli attacks but says the escalation will not hinder efforts to reach a comprehensive ceasefire.

Reiterates the need to disarm Hezbollah and reaffirms US support for a fully sovereign Lebanese state.

Argues that the US and Israel gradually lost control of the war due to political divisions, military challenges, international pressure, and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, leaving them in a weaker position.

Says Iran remains willing to continue negotiations with the US if Washington honors the agreement and ensures Israel adheres to its terms, and warns that Israel's continued war-making will have serious and immediate consequences. He adds that Iran seeks peace on all fronts, including Gaza.

Signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran on terms that largely meet Iranian demands, and has pressured Israel to limit its military responses in Lebanon.

Is described as having made personal political survival and his criminal cases the driving force behind Israeli policy, leading to the current loss of legitimacy and agency.

Asserts the US-Iran deal is a betrayal that leaves Israel's security architecture in ruins, empowers Iran's most radical elements, and strips Israel of the legitimacy and political support needed for future military action.

“это можно охарактеризовать одним словом — в зависимости от уровня нашего образования и воспитания. Это может быть слово «предательство» или слово «кидалово», поскольку есть ощущение, что кинули как будто всех.” ru

Signed the memorandum with the US as a figurehead president whose authority is disregarded by the real power centers in Tehran.

Is identified as a commander of the IRGC who is part of the radicalized post-war decision-making core likely pushing Iran toward a nuclear weapon.

Published a map showing Israeli forces stationed within a 10km security zone in southern Lebanon and stated the army reserves the right to respond to attacks north of that zone.

Is characterized as having lost its legitimacy and subjectivity, becoming a vassal of the US unable to act independently.

Demands the withdrawal of the Israeli army from Lebanon and is expected to use delay tactics and violations to advance toward a nuclear weapon.

Is en route to Switzerland to lead discussions with Iran in an effort to get technical talks back on track after their postponement.

Is expected in Switzerland for talks, as a Trump envoy, according to anonymous US officials.

Held a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss the upcoming bilateral negotiations with Israel.

Cancelled his trip to Switzerland for the negotiations.

Claimed on social media that Israel struck over 150 Hezbollah infrastructure targets in 24 hours.

Stated that Israel's objective is the total dismantling of the military capabilities of the Iranian proxy, and that Israel will remain in the South Lebanon security zone until this mission is complete.

Consistently insists that a ceasefire in Lebanon is a prerequisite for continuing negotiations with the United States, and intervened directly as a mediator to secure the latest truce.

Describes the situation under Israeli bombardment in Nabatiyeh as a devastating, deadly trap where rescue teams cannot safely reach people.

“la situation en cours à Nabatiyeh est dévastatrice. Ce que décrivent nos équipes ressemble à un piège mortel. Les gens sont pris sous un déluge d’obus, tandis que les équipes de secours sont incapables de les atteindre en toute sécurité.” fr

Announced that new direct talks between Israel and Lebanon will be held in Washington from June 23-25, describing them as the only feasible path to reconstruction and ending cycles of violence.

Insists that a ceasefire in Lebanon is a prerequisite for the US-Iran deal to proceed, prompting the postponement of planned talks in Switzerland.

Describes its latest attacks on Lebanon as a response to repeated violations of the ceasefire.

Declared that Israel controls more than 60% of the Gaza Strip and has ordered the army to expand the occupied area to 70%.

Says the ceasefire is a lie and that residents live in constant fear, having lost a relative in an Israeli airstrike during the truce.

“"Wir haben rund um die Uhr Angst. Diese Waffenruhe ist eine Lüge, die sie den Bewohnern des Gazastreifens erzählt haben."” de

States that the ceasefire exists only on paper, with people continuing to die, families living as refugees, aid restricted, and freedom of movement severely limited by the shifting Yellow Line.

“"Es sterben weiter Menschen, Familien leben als Flüchtlinge in Zelten und Ruinen. Hilfslieferungen sind eingeschränkt, der Wiederaufbau ist blockiert. Die Bewegungsfreiheit der Menschen in Gaza ist durch die sogenannte Gelbe Linie, deren Verlauf unklar ist, stark eingeschränkt. Sie ist extrem gefährlich und wird weiter verschoben, wodurch die Bevölkerung in ein Gebiet gedrängt wird, das weiter schrumpft."” de

Describes being surrounded by Israeli forces at night and being only 50 meters from tanks.

“"Hätten wir eine Unterkunft, würden wir weggehen. Sie haben sogar über unsere Köpfe geschossen. Wir saßen nur da und beteten. Gott rette uns. Wir waren nur 50 Meter von den Panzern entfernt."” de

Warns that tents are not a durable solution, with heat and floods destroying them, and that about one million people in Gaza need shelter.

“"In den Zelten staut sich die Hitze. Das Polyester-Material ist nur für Notunterkünfte gedacht. Die Haltbarkeit beträgt maximal sechs Monate. Es sind jetzt schon drei Jahre. Wir schätzen, dass etwa eine Millionen Menschen in Gaza eine Unterkunft braucht. Zelte sind keine Lösung. Hitze und Überflutungen zerstören die Zelte und sie müssen ersetzt werden."” de

Asks why Gazans do not appear in the US-Iran deal, saying children are being eaten by flies and rats, and questions why Iran and Hezbollah are mentioned but not Gaza.

“"wo kommen wir in diesem Deal vor?" ... "Warum kommen andere arabische Länder wie Iran vor, der uns das alles eingebrockt hat. Die Hisbollah, die mitschuldig ist am Krieg. Wir hören, es soll Ruhe an allen Fronten sein. Was ist mit uns? Wir sind am längsten im Krieg. Warum kommen wir im Deal nicht vor?"” de

Tells NBC News he spoke with Israel and asked them to agree to the ceasefire with Hezbollah, advising them to calm down and use their heads.

““You just gotta calm down sometimes and use your head””

States that the IDF will remain in southern Lebanon and carry on with its mission until ordered otherwise to protect civilians in northern Israel.

““Our objective and mission are very clear. Anything concerning any agreements is a matter for the government. As long as we haven’t received different orders, we’ll act in accordance with the army’s chief of staff’s orders.””

Emphasizes that a comprehensive ceasefire is a fundamental pillar for advancing negotiations with Israel in Washington next week.

““fundamental pillar””

Denies reports that Tehran has invited the IAEA to inspect its nuclear facilities and says Iran will maintain the current status quo of its nuclear programme pending a final deal with the US.

Reiterates the need to disarm Hezbollah and reaffirms US support for a fully sovereign Lebanese state at peace with all its neighbors.

Says that after 15 weeks of war with Iran, the US is now worse off than before the conflict started, and is hopeful the ceasefire holds.

““We’ve now fought a war, spent billions and billions of dollars, you know, put enormous strain on our military. A lot of people have died. And it feels like we’re back where we were before we started the war, except maybe a little bit worse off””

Promises a list of options for possible trade measures aimed at preventing imports of goods originating from illegal settlements before the next meeting of EU foreign ministers in mid-July.

Says Ireland is looking for proposals on illegal settlements and that Europe must send a very clear signal that what is happening in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon is unacceptable.

““I think that Europe has to send a very clear signal that what has been happening and what continues to happen is unacceptable, in Gaza and in the West Bank in particular and in Lebanon.””

States that Secretary Rubio reiterated the need to disarm Hezbollah and reaffirmed US support for a fully sovereign Lebanese state.

““reiterated the need to disarm” Hezbollah and reaffirmed US “support for the government of Lebanon’s efforts to create a fully sovereign Lebanese state that is at peace with all its neighbors””

Was planning to travel to Switzerland on Saturday, subject to change.

Defends the deal, claiming Iran is finished and met out of desperation, and says Iran gets no money for 60 days.

“"The War has diminished Iran!" ... "We didn't meet out of desperation, Iran did. They are FINISHED! We'll play out the 60 days. They get no money, not ten cents!"”

Might open the talks in Switzerland instead of Vance.

Was already in Switzerland alongside Witkoff.

Calls for all of Lebanon to burn and insists Israel's security is not up for bargaining.

“"all of Lebanon must burn" ... "With all due respect to the Americans, Israel must make it clear to the entire world that the blood of our sons and the security of our citizens are not up for bargaining."”

Says Israel needs to respect the peace process.

States Israel will not tolerate attacks on its soldiers or territory and will exact a very heavy price from Hezbollah.

Warns against any breach of the agreement, threatening a decisive response to the enemy.

“"In case of misconduct, breach of treaty and excess of the other side, we have no doubt that decisive response will be given to the enemy."”

Approved the MoU despite reservations.

Expects a complete ceasefire on all fronts.

Calls for scorched earth in Lebanon, insisting all of Lebanon must burn and that Israel's security is not up for bargaining.

“"With all due respect to the Americans, Israel must make it clear to the entire world that the blood of our sons and the security of our citizens are not up for bargaining. All of Lebanon must burn."”

Says Israel needs to respect the peace process and expresses frustration with explosions in civilian areas.

“"What the president has grown frustrated with, at times, is that we seem to be right on the cusp of a major breakthrough in the agreement and then all of a sudden there's a major explosion that goes off in a civilian population centre in Beirut, and a lot of people who have nothing to do with Hezbollah lose their lives" ... "not acceptable".”

Warns against any breach of the agreement, threatening a decisive response to the enemy.

“"In case of misconduct, breach of treaty and excess of the other side, we have no doubt that decisive response will be given to the enemy."”

Approved the MoU despite reservations and said Trump signed the deal out of desperation, signaling further talks would not be easy.

“"If the American side wants to be too demanding, we will not accept it."”

Calls on Israel to stop its strikes in Lebanon and says the US must put pressure on Israel to respect the ceasefire deal.

“"This agreement provides for a cessation of hostilities, the Israeli government must respect it, and the United States in particular must exert all the necessary pressure on the Israeli government to ensure that this is the case."”

Welcomed reports of a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah and renewed calls for all parties to cease hostilities and pursue dialogue.

Confirmed its leadership is in constant contact with the parties and recorded a sharp escalation in violence, documenting 748 trajectories—695 from Israeli forces—on Friday before the ceasefire.

Welcomed the US-Iran memorandum but warned it is fundamentally incomplete because it fails to address rights abuses inside Iran, detailing mass detentions, torture, and 156 executions since the war began.