Keir Simmons Reports

Notes from around the world…

[Shehbaz Sharif @CMShehbaz]

I am honoured to announce that the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ has been electronically signed today between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also endorsed by me as the mediator. The signing of this agreement at the highest level of the respective governments demonstrates the commitment of both sides to a diplomatic resolution of the conflict. Islamabad MoU shall enter into force with immediate effect and as a first step, Islamic Republic of Iran will instantly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States of America will immediately lift the naval blockade.

I offer my heartfelt congratulations and sincere appreciation to the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump whose steadfast commitment to diplomacy and preference for peaceful resolution have once again helped end a conflict that could have led to devastating consequences for the region and beyond. I also commend the dedication and tireless efforts of the United States negotiating team, including J.D. Vance, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, for their invaluable contributions to this achievement.

I express my profound respect and appreciation to His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Islamic Republic of Iran and President Masoud Pezeshkian for their wisdom, foresight and statesmanship in embracing the cause of peace. I also wish to recognize the efforts of the Iranian negotiating team, including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Abbas Araghchi and Eskandar Momeni, whose patience, perseverance and commitment to constructive engagement were instrumental in bringing this agreement to fruition.

I would especially like to acknowledge the sincere efforts and constructive engagement of the leadership of the State of Qatar in helping reach this point. I also highly commend the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye and the Arab Republic of Egypt for their indispensable role and invaluable contributions in this regard.

I would also like to make special mention of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, whose tireless efforts, selfless dedication and instrumental role were critical in facilitating this breakthrough and advancing the cause of peace and regional stability.

May this Memorandum of Understanding serve as an enduring foundation for greater understanding, mutual respect and shared prosperity for the complete region.

@realDonaldTrump
@JDVance
@SecRubio
@SteveWitkoff
@SEPeaceMissions
@drpezeshkian
@mb_ghalibaf
@araghchi

[Dan Scavino @Scavino47]

Just prior to this evenings dinner at Versailles in France, hosted by President @EmmanuelMacron—President @realDonaldTrump signed the Iran Memorandum of Understanding, once Secretary Rubio received it…

“A pretty key moment in history we are sharing together…” @SecRubio

[Barak Ravid @BarakRavid]

Trump says he has just given Israel a copy of the MOU with Iran

[Keir Simmons Reports @KeirSimmons]

A regional diplomat with knowledge of the details of the US-Iran agreement says that the text being circulated by CNN and other news outlets is not the text that was signed this past weekend. He tells me that the text being reported is a draft from May. @NBCNews

[Dr. Sultan Al Jaber @SultanAlJaber]

تشرفت بمرافقة صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيس الدولة -حفظه الله- في أعمال قمة مجموعة السبع @G7

وفي وقت يشهد فيه العالم تحديات وتحولات استثنائية، تواصل دولة الإمارات ترسيخ حضورها كشريك فاعل في صناعة القرار، وبناء الجسور والشراكات، والمساهمة في إيجاد حلول عملية للقضايا والتحديات العالمية المشتركة.

وتسعى من خلال نهجها القائم على التعاون واستثمار الفرص، إلى الإسهام في بناء مستقبل أكثر استقراراً وأمناً وازدهاراً للمنطقة والعالم.

[محمد بن زايد @MohamedBinZayed]

شاركت اليوم في قمة مجموعة السبع في فرنسا، وأشكر فخامة الرئيس ماكرون على دعوته الكريمة. شكلت المشاركة فرصة مهمة للحوار وتبادل وجهات النظر حول الأوضاع في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وأهمية العمل من أجل السلام المستدام في المنطقة، وجسدت نهج الإمارات باعتبارها شريكاً فاعلاً في التعامل مع الأهداف والتحديات العالمية المشتركة واستثمار كل الفرص المتاحة من أجل مستقبل أكثر استقراراً وأمناً وازدهاراً لشعبها وشعوب العالم.

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar @MofaQatar_EN]

Key highlights from the weekly media briefing by Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari @majedalansari , Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

#MOFAQatar

[Matt Bradley @MattMcBradley]

Even Benjamin Netanyahu - whose country, Israel, started the war and absorbed most of Iran's retaliation - said he doesn't know exactly what's in the deal.

He dropped that revelation nearly a day after the US announced it and during a speech defending it to the Israeli public.

[Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan @hhtbzayed]

أسمى التهاني والتبريكات إلى قيادة وشعب دولة الإمارات، وإلى الأمتين العربية والإسلامية بالعام الهجري الجديد، سائلين المولى عز وجل أن يجعله عاماً مليئاً بالخير والأمن والازدهار، وأن يديم على وطننا نعمة الاستقرار والتقدم، وأن ينعم على المنطقة والعالم بالسلام والرخاء.

[سيف بن زايد آل نهيان @SaifBZayed]

أرفع أسمى ايات التهاني إلى القيادة الرشيدة وشعب الإمارات 🇦🇪 بمناسبة العام الهجري الجديد 1448هـ، مستلهمين من الهجرة النبوية الشريفة معاني الإيمان والعزم والأمل.

نسأل الله أن يجعله عام خير وإنجاز وازدهار، وأن يديم على وطننا الأمن والاستقرار والرخاء ، وعلى العالم السلام والطمأنينة.

كل عام وأنتم بخير.. وعام هجري مبارك

[منصور بن زايد @MansourBinZayed]

العام الهجري الجديد مناسبة نستلهم منها معاني العزيمة والصبر لتحقيق الأهداف. نسأل الله أن يكون عاماً مباركاً تزدهر فيه الإنجازات وتعم فيه الطمأنينة والخير على الجميع، وأن يديم على وطننا وقيادته الأمن والرخاء. عام هجري سعيد وكل عام وأنتم بخير.

[محمد بن زايد @MohamedBinZayed]

بمناسبة حلول العام الهجري الجديد، أتقدم بأطيب التهاني وصادق الأمنيات إلى شعب دولة الإمارات والشعوب الإسلامية كافة، سائلاً المولى عز وجل أن يجعله عام أمن واستقرار ونماء في منطقتنا والعالم أجمع.

[Keir Simmons Reports @KeirSimmons]

This is starting to look like an amazing World Cup.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

I welcome the agreement reached between the US and Iran, following sustained diplomatic efforts by several partners.

The priority now is its swift and full implementation by all parties.

This agreement should allow for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Freedom of navigation must be restored toll-free.

This is essential for regional stability and the global economy.

It opens the door to broader negotiations on peace and security in the Middle East.

And should end Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programmes and its destabilising activities in the region.

And of course there can be no peace in the Middle East while Lebanon is in flames.

Once again Europe calls on all parties to respect Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity and implement a genuine ceasefire.

In Evian, G7 leaders will meet partners from the Gulf and the wider Middle East. Europe is ready to play its part.

This crisis also carries a clear lesson.

Once again, energy dependencies have been weaponised.

We must diversify our supply routes and develop alternative export corridors to diversify away from the bottleneck of Hormuz.

We will discuss this, and more, in Evian.

[Foreign Ministry 🇸🇦 @KSAmofaEN]

#Statement | The Foreign Ministry expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s welcome of the agreement reached between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran to end military operations and commence detailed negotiations over a 60-day period with the aim of reaching a permanent agreement.

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar @MofaQatar_EN]

Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs @Dr_Al_Khulaifi Meets Saudi Vice Foreign Minister

Riyadh | June 15, 2026

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met in Riyadh today with HE Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji.

During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations and ways to support and strengthen them in various fields. They also discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, as well as the latest developments in Syria, Sudan, and Somalia.

They expressed satisfaction with the agreement reached between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran to cease military operations and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. They considered it an important step towards consolidating sustainable peace and promoting economic growth regionally and internationally.

They reiterated their full support for all good offices and efforts aimed at strengthening regional security and stability and reaching sustainable solutions to outstanding issues through dialogue and peaceful means, in accordance with the principles of international law and good neighborliness.

#MOFAQatar

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

The US and Iran have announced a deal to end the war and re-open the Strait of Hormuz.

This marks a potential breakthrough. It can give much needed space for deeper negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme and other critical issues. Once implemented, the deal should also ease the global energy crisis.

I have spoken to my Iranian and Gulf counterparts in recent days, and today, EU Foreign Ministers will discuss how the EU can be closely involved in the next phase.

From economic leverage to nuclear expertise and longstanding relationships with Gulf partners, the EU stands ready to contribute to a sustainable resolution.

[MoFA وزارة الخارجية @mofauae]

UAE Affirms Importance of Dialogue, Diplomacy and Adherence to International Law to Reinforce Regional Security and Stability

[Abas Aslani | عباس اصلانی @abasinfo]

وزرای خارجه ایران و عربستان تلفنی درباره یادداشت تفاهم ایران-آمریکا گفتگو کردند. ایران از نقش عربستان در روند دیپلماتیک قدردانی کرد.

[د. محمد الخليفي @Dr_Al_Khulaifi]

We welcome the understanding reached between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran, which paves the way for a lasting cessation of military operations. We commend the constructive efforts of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in facilitating this process, alongside the support of regional and international partners.

We hope this development will serve as a catalyst for broader efforts to advance stability and address outstanding issues through responsible and constructive engagement. Qatar reaffirms its steadfast commitment to peace and dialogue as the most effective means of resolving differences, in line with the principles of the United Nations Charter and in support of international peace and security.