Trump, who has historically described Netanyahu as a close ally, claimed credit for Israel’s existence and said in remarks that “without me, there would be no Israel,” while also criticizing Netanyahu’s recent decisions, including Israeli actions in Lebanon.

The comments mark a rare public rupture in a long-standing US-Israel relationship. Trump said he told Netanyahu he was unhappy with recent developments and urged him to act more responsibly regarding Lebanon.

The tensions come as Trump advances a diplomatic agreement with Iran expected to be signed in Geneva, with analysts saying Netanyahu’s actions could complicate Washington’s negotiating position.

According to observers, Trump appears willing to use political leverage against Netanyahu to secure a deal that would end the conflict with Iran, even if it strains bilateral ties.

The dispute also reflects broader political divisions in the United States over support for Israel, with growing criticism from both progressive and conservative circles.

While some pro-Israel groups dismissed the remarks as routine political friction, others said the public nature of Trump’s criticism was unusual and potentially damaging to diplomatic relations.

A senior Trump administration official said ships would be able to pass freely through the strategic waterway under the agreement signed electronically by US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials.

The deal is part of a 60-day framework aimed at reaching a broader settlement, including on Iran’s nuclear programme, though US officials acknowledged that major issues remain unresolved.

Washington said Iran could eventually access reconstruction funds and sanctions relief, potentially linked to a $300 billion support package, but insisted that disbursements would depend on verified compliance.

US officials said international nuclear inspectors would be allowed back into Iran to oversee the handling of enriched uranium as part of the agreement’s technical phase.

However, Iranian officials signaled a different interpretation, saying the deal would allow the country to impose maritime service fees rather than eliminate charges entirely.

US officials added that no frozen Iranian assets have been released so far, and any future economic measures would be strictly conditional.

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route, is expected to gradually return to normal levels over the coming weeks as technical arrangements are implemented.

Saudi Arabia welcomed the agreement between Washington and Tehran to halt military operations and begin negotiations over a 60-day period aimed at reaching a permanent settlement.

Kuwait also welcomed the deal, which includes an immediate cessation of military operations and guarantees freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route.

Kuwait praised mediation efforts by Pakistan and Qatar, along with other countries involved in facilitating the agreement, and called for disputes to be addressed through dialogue, mutual respect and non-interference.

Qatar said the agreement could help bring a lasting end to military operations and reaffirmed its support for diplomacy as the preferred method of resolving conflicts.

Egypt and Lebanon also welcomed the development, saying it could help reduce regional tensions and create momentum for broader negotiations.

Egypt described the agreement as an important step toward restoring regional and international stability and said it hoped the end of the conflict would support wider diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.

Lebanon’s Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said the agreement could contribute to regional security and stability, while praising mediation efforts by Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

Türkiye also described the deal as a significant development that could strengthen peace and stability across the region.

The Gulf Cooperation Council welcomed the signing of the memorandum and expressed hope that it would lead to a lasting agreement and greater regional security.

Jordan said the start of negotiations toward a permanent settlement was an important step for restoring regional and international security.

The United States and Iran announced the agreement after more than three months of conflict. US President Donald Trump said he had authorized an end to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.

Details of the agreement were not immediately released, while further negotiations, including discussions related to Iran’s nuclear program, are expected to continue.

The limited movement highlighted continued caution among shipping companies, which welcomed the agreement but are awaiting further details, including safety measures and possible mine clearance operations in the strait.

Global oil prices fell about 4 percent on Monday as markets reacted to expectations that the United States and Iran would formally sign a memorandum of understanding in Switzerland outlining steps to resume shipping.The Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies, has seen sharply reduced traffic since the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran began on February 28.

The LNG tanker Disha, carrying a cargo from Qatar’s Ras Laffan, had remained west of the strait before crossing, according to data from Kpler and LSEG. The shipment is expected to be delivered to India’s Dahej terminal, a source familiar with the matter said.

Shiptracking data showed about 155 oil and chemical tankers were in the Middle East Gulf area on June 15, down from 201 at the end of May.Shipping analysts said confidence would likely return gradually as vessels resume regular movements through the waterway.

Anoop Singh, global head of shipping research at Oil Brokerage, said wider shipping activity would need time to recover and freight rates could remain elevated while operators assess risks.The Japanese Shipowners’ Association said it welcomed the agreement but wanted more concrete information before recommending that vessels return to normal operations.

Japanese shipping companies also said they would only resume navigation after safety conditions were fully confirmed.The Strait of Hormuz handles a significant share of global oil and LNG shipments, making its reopening a key factor for energy markets and international trade.

Imad Rajeh Sarhan died at Gilboa prison after a medical emergency on Saturday, according to the Palestinian rights groups. Sarhan, from Haifa in northern Israel, had been detained since Oct. 15, 2001.
The groups said Sarhan suffered from vascular diseases and high blood pressure and had used a wheelchair in recent years due to deteriorating health. They accused Israeli authorities of medical neglect and mistreatment of prisoners, citing the Palestinian News Agency.

According to figures cited by Palestinian authorities, there were 9,361 Palestinian security prisoners in Israeli jails as of May 2023. Palestinian groups said at least 98 prisoners had died due to prison conditions since October 2023.

The death comes amid continued tensions over the treatment of Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons. Israeli lawmakers passed legislation in May allowing the death penalty for Palestinian convicts involved in deadly attacks against Israelis.

Last week, Israeli lawmakers also proposed a bill that would prevent representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross from entering prisons and visiting Palestinian detainees.

The issue of prisoner conditions remains a major point of dispute between Israeli authorities and Palestinian rights groups.

The ministry said the total number of deaths since the start of the conflict had reached 73,001, according to Zaher Al-Waheidi, head of its records department, and Hamza Salem from its public relations department.
Five Palestinians were killed over the weekend, including two in the southern city of Khan Younis and one in central Gaza, while two others died from earlier injuries, the ministry said.

More than 173,200 people have been wounded since the war began after the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, which killed about 1,200 people and resulted in the capture of 251 hostages.

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said an Israeli strike on Saturday evening killed two Palestinians in Khan Younis, with the casualties taken to Nasser Hospital. The Israeli military did not immediately comment.

The Gaza Health Ministry, which operates under the Hamas-led administration, is staffed by medical professionals and keeps detailed casualty records that United Nations agencies and independent experts have generally considered reliable. The ministry does not distinguish between civilians and combatants in its overall figures.

The ministry has said women and children account for around half of those killed.

Israel says it seeks to avoid civilian casualties and accuses Hamas of operating in densely populated areas. The Israeli military says its operations target militants and are conducted in response to security threats and alleged violations of the ceasefire.

The US-brokered ceasefire agreement reached in October halted large-scale military operations and resulted in the release of remaining hostages.
However, implementation of other parts of the agreement has stalled, with disagreements over Hamas disarmament and Israeli troop movements.

Both sides have accused each other of violating the deal while maintaining that it remains in force.
Five Israeli soldiers have been killed since the ceasefire began.

S President Donald Trump is expected to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France this week, with discussions set to focus on geopolitical crises and their impact on trade, energy and global supply chains, Egypt’s presidency said on Sunday.

The Egyptian presidency said El-Sisi would hold several meetings with world leaders during the summit, including a bilateral meeting with Trump.

The talks will take place as leaders gather in Evian from June 15 to 17 for a summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, with the Middle East conflict among the main issues on the agenda.

The French presidency said Macron had invited leaders from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates to discuss regional developments linked to the war in the Middle East.

The G7 meeting comes after the United States and Israel launched a war against Iran in late February, escalating tensions in the region and increasing pressure on international energy routes.

Egyptian officials said El-Sisi’s meetings would address efforts to resolve international crises and manage their economic consequences, including disruptions affecting trade flows, energy markets and supply chains.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will not attend the summit because of prior commitments, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The G7 includes leaders from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States, along with invited representatives from countries including Brazil and India.

Macron was scheduled to arrive in Evian on Sunday evening, while Trump and other leaders were expected on Monday.

The summit agenda includes discussions on ending the Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a major global shipping route affected by regional tensions

The statement came after Israel said it had carried out strikes against Iran-backed Hezbollah targets in Beirut’s southern suburbs, further complicating efforts to end the wider Middle East conflict.

Iranian chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the strikes showed that the United States either lacked the willingness or ability to implement its commitments.

“If you do not have the will or the ability to fulfil your commitments, then there is no point in talking about continuing down this path,” Ghalibaf said in a statement on social media.

Trump had previously said an agreement with Iran was expected to be signed soon and that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately after the deal. Iran, however, has given a less certain timeline.

Iran has insisted that any agreement must also address the conflict in Lebanon, where Hezbollah has been involved in fighting with Israel. Iranian Brig. Gen. Mohammad Jafar Asadi said Israeli strikes “will not go unanswered.”

A US official said the proposed agreement included Lebanon, which became involved in the wider conflict after Hezbollah launched rockets toward Israel.
Pakistan and Qatar have acted as mediators in the negotiations. A Qatari delegation arrived in Tehran on Sunday to help facilitate the finalisation of a possible agreement, according to a diplomat familiar with the matter.

The parties have given different accounts of the proposed deal, including disagreements over the future of Iran’s nuclear programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran has said it will maintain authority over the strategic waterway, while Washington has rejected that position. The US has imposed a blockade affecting Iranian ports, while Iran has restricted movement through the strait.

Another major issue remains Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile. Tehran says its nuclear programme is peaceful, while Israel, the United States and other Western governments have expressed concerns over potential military use.

On Sunday, Israel issued evacuation warnings for 29 villages in southern Lebanon. Israel said its strikes in Beirut were carried out in response to Hezbollah fire toward Israeli territory.

Lebanon’s civil defence agency said at least three people were killed and six wounded in the strike. Israel’s military also said three suspected Hezbollah drones struck northern Israel but caused no casualties.

Trump is scheduled to travel to Evian for the June 15-17 summit, where leaders from the G7 countries are expected to discuss the war in Ukraine, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, trade disputes, artificial intelligence, energy security and supply chains.

A senior US administration official said Trump would participate in a working session on Tuesday with G7 leaders and Zelensky as Kyiv seeks continued military and financial backing from Western allies.

No formal bilateral meeting between Trump and Zelensky has been scheduled, though officials said the two leaders could hold talks on the sidelines of the summit.

US officials said Russian battlefield gains had slowed and that Washington wanted the conflict to end as quickly as possible.

Trump is also expected to hold separate meetings with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, India and France.

The summit is likely to focus heavily on efforts to maintain a ceasefire between Israel and Iran following weeks of fighting. US officials said discussions may include possible French and British involvement in mine-clearing operations around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy shipments.

Economic issues will also feature, including trade tensions, supply-chain security, illegal migration and artificial intelligence. The US administration said Trump would emphasize securing critical mineral supplies needed for advanced technologies.

The G7 summit will bring together leaders from the United States, Canada, Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Japan. Trump has previously supported Russia returning to the group, from which Moscow was suspended after the 2014 annexation of Crimea.

After the summit, Trump is expected to attend a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles before returning to Washington.

Modi’s visit includes meetings in France and Slovakia before he attends the G7 summit in Evian, France, marking India’s 13th participation as a partner country at the forum. The G7 members include Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

The Indian government said it would call for safe and unrestricted maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, while raising broader concerns linked to developments in West Asia.“We want and we have urged that there be unimpeded and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz in keeping with international law,” Indian foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told reporters.

The comments came after US attacks on vessels near Hormuz that killed three Indian sailors. The US Central Command said the strike was carried out because the tanker involved was “attempting to transport oil from Iran.”India’s foreign ministry said protecting the welfare and security of its seafaring community remained a priority.

More than 320,000 Indians work as mariners globally, making them one of the largest national groups in the profession, while about 20,000 are currently serving on commercial vessels in the Hormuz region, according to the Forward Seamen’s Union of India.The Indian Embassy in Oman said three ships staffed by Indian personnel in the Gulf had been attacked by American forces during the week.

Modi is also expected to meet US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the summit, with the issue likely to feature in discussions between the two leaders.Analysts said the incidents had increased India’s focus on securing maritime movement across the wider Gulf corridor, with New Delhi seeking clarity over the protection of civilian shipping.

The summit will also provide India an opportunity to engage with Gulf countries invited by France, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Egypt.The G7 meeting begins on Monday in France, bringing together leaders of major industrial economies to discuss global economic and security issues.