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Israel Defence Forces publish map of operational area in southern Lebanon – PHOTO caliber.az/en/post/israel-de…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jun 18, 2026
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Announcement of Highway 60 as the Bible Road:
“Between the spirit of the Bible and the heroic spirit of our generation, the Victory Generation, we reaffirm: The people of Israel have returned home, and we will remain here forever, because this is our land.”Full remarks >>
gov.il/en/pages/event-road18…— @IsraeliPM Jun 18, 2026
“O passionate and loyal nation of Iran! As you have been informed, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Presidents of Iran and the United States.
In the path to reaching this stage, the responsible officials, out of concern and with good intentions, made many efforts, and indeed it was this American President who, out of desperation, used various levers to achieve this matter.
I, in principle, had a different opinion. But due to the commitment that the honorable President, as the head of the Supreme National Security Council, gave on behalf of himself and other members to uphold the rights of the Iranian nation and the Resistance Front, and because he explicitly accepted responsibility for it, I issued permission for it.
They also explicitly stated that if the American side tries to make excessive demands, they will not accept them.
From this moment on, we, meaning you, the proud nation, and this humble servant, will wait for the realization of the stated conditions.
However, it is obvious that the face-to-face negotiations that will be held in the future will not mean accepting the enemy’s view. We hope that the good prayers of our Master, may God hasten his noble reappearance, will bring various victories and triumphs to the honorable nation of Iran.”
Source: Middle East Spectator on Telegram / Writer: OliverMario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal)🇮🇷 Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei just put out an official statement and confirmed something every leak this week was pointing toward:
He personally disagreed with the deal and only permitted it because someone else took the responsibility for it in advance.
“I, in principle, had a different opinion, but due to the commitment that the honorable President gave on behalf of himself and other members to uphold the rights of the Iranian nation, I issued permission for it.”
The Supreme Leader of Iran is putting the political risk on Pezeshkian’s government and keeping his own hands clean if it goes badly.
His framing of future talks as not meaning “accepting the enemy’s view” is the hardliner faction telling itself it didn’t actually lose.
The first public statement from Iran’s top authority on this deal is a hedge. That tells you a lot about how fragile this actually is.
Source: Middle East Spectator on Telegram / Writer: Oliver— https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/2067664423385493797
🚨🇮🇷 Here’s the full statement of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei:
“O passionate and loyal nation of Iran! As you have been informed, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Presidents of Iran and the United States.
In the path to reaching this stage, the responsible officials, out of concern and with good intentions, made many efforts, and indeed it was this American President who, out of desperation, used various levers to achieve this matter.
I, in principle, had a different opinion. But due to the commitment that the honorable President, as the head of the Supreme National Security Council, gave on behalf of himself and other members to uphold the rights of the Iranian nation and the Resistance Front, and because he explicitly accepted responsibility for it, I issued permission for it.
They also explicitly stated that if the American side tries to make excessive demands, they will not accept them.
From this moment on, we, meaning you, the proud nation, and this humble servant, will wait for the realization of the stated conditions.
However, it is obvious that the face-to-face negotiations that will be held in the future will not mean accepting the enemy’s view. We hope that the good prayers of our Master, may God hasten his noble reappearance, will bring various victories and triumphs to the honorable nation of Iran.”
Source: Middle East Spectator on Telegram / Writer: OliverMario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal)🇮🇷 Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei just put out an official statement and confirmed something every leak this week was pointing toward:
He personally disagreed with the deal and only permitted it because someone else took the responsibility for it in advance.
“I, in principle, had a different opinion, but due to the commitment that the honorable President gave on behalf of himself and other members to uphold the rights of the Iranian nation, I issued permission for it.”
The Supreme Leader of Iran is putting the political risk on Pezeshkian’s government and keeping his own hands clean if it goes badly.
His framing of future talks as not meaning “accepting the enemy’s view” is the hardliner faction telling itself it didn’t actually lose.
The first public statement from Iran’s top authority on this deal is a hedge. That tells you a lot about how fragile this actually is.
Source: Middle East Spectator on Telegram / Writer: Oliver— https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/2067664423385493797
— @MarioNawfal Jun 18, 2026
Ukraine’s deep strikes into Russian territory signal a tactical escalation, forcing Kremlin responses amid logistical and economic strain in occupied regions. Simultaneously, the US lifting its Iran maritime blockade and a reported peace deal suggest a strategic realignment, with potential ripple effects on global energy markets and regional security dynamics.
Ukraine drone strikes near Kremlin mark strategic turning point — Ukraine’s unprecedented drone attacks on Russian oil facilities close to Moscow expose vulnerabilities in Putin’s defenses, limiting his escalation options while intensifying pressure on occupied territories. The strikes coincide with heightened Russian restrictions on Ukrainian children transfers and information control in occupied zones.
US ends Iran maritime blockade amid reported peace deal — The US formally lifted its blockade on Iranian ports, signaling a potential thaw in relations and a shift in Middle East strategy. The move follows claims of a peace agreement, though details remain disputed, with implications for global oil flows and regional military postures.
Kremlin tightens grip on occupied Ukraine amid logistical disruptions — Russian occupation authorities are intensifying legal and financial control in occupied Ukrainian regions, including passport issuances and economic zone regulations, while restricting Ukrainian children transfers in response to Ukraine’s strike campaign. These measures suggest growing instability in occupied areas.
Gas prices dip below $4 as energy markets brace for volatility — The national average gasoline price fell to $3.99 per gallon for the first time since March, reflecting potential shifts in global oil supply chains. The decline may indicate market adjustments to geopolitical developments, including the US-Iran deal and Ukraine’s strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.
Transparency disputes emerge over US-Iran agreement details — Conflicting statements from US officials about the Iran deal’s transparency, including undisclosed ‘gentleman’s agreements,’ raise questions about the agreement’s enforceability and long-term stability. The lack of clarity may fuel skepticism among regional allies and domestic critics.
Ukraine’s drone strikes near the Kremlin signal a shift in the war’s momentum, exposing Russia’s vulnerabilities and limiting Putin’s escalation options. Meanwhile, global leaders and critics intensify scrutiny of Putin’s strategies, with arrests of dissidents abroad and growing resistance to diplomatic engagement with Russia.
Ukraine drone strikes near Kremlin mark turning point in war — Ukraine’s unprecedented drone assault on Russian oil facilities close to Moscow suggests a strategic shift, forcing Putin into a defensive position with few viable escalation options. The attacks highlight Russia’s vulnerability and may reshape the conflict’s trajectory.
Arrest in Poland over killing of Putin critic raises transnational repression concerns — Polish authorities arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a Russian activist critical of Putin and Chechen leader Kadyrov, underscoring fears of cross-border repression. The incident may indicate Russia’s expanding efforts to silence dissent beyond its borders.
EU leaders resist peace talks with Putin amid Ukraine war escalation — Lithuanian President Nauseda rejected calls for early EU peace talks with Putin, reflecting growing skepticism about diplomatic engagement with Russia. The stance aligns with broader Western efforts to isolate Russia while Ukraine presses its military advantage.
Trump and Macron discuss Russia’s stance on Ukraine peace — Ukrainian President Zelensky revealed plans for a call with Trump and Macron after the G7 summit, where Macron noted Trump acknowledged Russia’s reluctance to seek peace. The discussions may signal shifting Western strategies as the war drags on.
Putin seeks alliances at ASEAN summit amid global isolation — Putin met with leaders from Laos and the Philippines at the Russia-ASEAN summit, signaling efforts to strengthen regional ties as Western pressure mounts. The engagements suggest Russia is pivoting toward non-Western alliances to counterbalance its isolation.
BREAKING:
The US says two-thirds of the defensive weapons that have protected Israel were built by Americans and from tax of Americans.
— @World_Affairs11 Jun 18, 2026
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