First Thing: Trump backs G7 statement on Iran deal as domestic criticism grows
Summary
President Donald Trump supports a joint G7 statement welcoming his proposed peace deal with Iran, which calls for further talks about Iran’s ballistic missiles. The deal faces domestic criticism in the US and rejection from Iran, which demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon as part of any peace agreement.Key Facts
- President Trump backs a G7 leaders' statement supporting his proposed peace deal with Iran.
- The statement calls for more talks involving European leaders about Iran’s ballistic missile program.
- Iran’s top diplomat says peace with the US requires Israel to leave Lebanon, a demand Israel rejects.
- Some US Senate Republicans want more briefings and have unanswered questions about the deal.
- Iran’s public shows frustration, feeling little has changed despite negotiations.
- The US and Israeli strategic interests seem to be diverging due to the deal.
- Europe has been excluded from US-Iran talks since Trump took office, causing concerns about US negotiation expertise.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces political challenges amid ongoing conflicts without clear victories.
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