June 16, 2026

Reuters. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Monday (June 15) welcomed a deal between the United States and Iran to end the war, but warned against provocations by Israel until the deal is signed.   “We are very pleased, on behalf of our region and all humanity, with the agreement reached with our contributions as well,”…

The deal, which US President Donald Trump and Iranian officials say is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday, has been greeted with relief across capitals concerned about regional stability, global energy supplies and the risk of a wider Middle East conflict.   Among the first senior leaders to respond was Ursula von…