Kenneth O'Mars

JD Vance on the Iran peace deal: Let's say, for example, that the United Arab Emirates, who's been one of the best allies that we've had in the region. Let's say that they want to invest in a nuclear power plant in Iran. They really can't do that without us lifting some of the sanctions that exist in the global financial system to make that possible. Now, are the Emiratis going to invest in Iran, or is America going to let the Emiratis invest in Iran? Unless the Iranians change their behavior? No. So all these people say, "Well, you know, you're giving Iran money." No, no, no. We're saying that if the Iranians change their behavior, we're gonna let some of these other countries invest in rebuilding their country and creating some prosperity for their people. That's like a good thing, right? Source: Megyn Kelly

@clashreport And the US can easily impose a blockade on Iranian ports and coastlines in return.

US intelligence now believes Iran has demonstrated that it can effectively close the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses, giving Tehran a powerful new source of leverage over the global economy. While a new US-Iran agreement is expected to reopen the waterway, officials worry that Iran has learned it can disrupt global energy supplies and shipping without paying an unbearable military cost. According to the assessments, Iran still retains enough missiles, drones, and naval assets to threaten the strait again in the future. Some US officials also believe the Trump administration underestimated Iran's willingness to take such a drastic step during the conflict. Intelligence agencies now fear that Iran feels emboldened by its success and may be more likely to use this strategy in future confrontations. Source: CNN

Canada is negotiating a new economic partnership with the UAE that will catalyse billions of dollars of new investment in our major infrastructure projects at home. I met with His Highness @MohamedBinZayed at the G7 to discuss how we can create more opportunities for Canadians and Emiratis alike.

🚨 The Iran-U.S. MoU published by Al-Arabiya: 1. Iran & the U.S., together with their allies in the current war, declare upon the signing of this MoU an immediate and permanent end to the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, and commit that from now on they will refrain from the threat or use of force against each other. The final agreement will confirm the provisions of this article and remaining articles. 2. Iran & the U.S. commit to respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and to refrain from interfering in each other's internal affairs. 3. Iran & the U.S. commit to negotiate and reach a final agreement within a maximum period of 60 days, extendable by mutual consent. 4. Immediately upon the signing of this MoU, the U.S. will lift the naval blockade and prevent any interference or obstruction against Iran, and restore traffic within a maximum of 30 days to its full capacity; ship traffic shall be proportional to the pre-war volume of traffic on the part of Iran. The U.S. also commits to withdraw its forces from the surrounding areas within 30 days after the final agreement. 5. Upon signing this MoU, Iran will immediately take steps to ensure that the movement of merchant ships from the Persian Gulf to the Sea of ​​Oman and vice versa is resumed within 30 days to the pre-war volume, taking into account the need for the removal of technical obstacles and the neutralization of mines by Iran. 6. The U.S. commits, together with its regional partners, to create a comprehensive plan agreed upon by both parties for the rehabilitation and economic development of Iran, While ensuring financing of at least $300 billion. The implementation mechanism of this plan, as part of the final agreement, will be formulated within 60 days. 7. The U.S. commits to ending, on a schedule to be agreed upon as part of the final agreement, all types of sanctions currently facing Iran, including resolutions of the UN Security Council and the Board of Governors of the IAEA, and all unilateral U.S. sanctions, both primary and secondary. 8. Iran reiterates that it will never produce nuclear weapons. Iran & the U.S. have agreed that the fate of enriched material and all other mutually agreed nuclear-related issues, including Iran’s nuclear needs, will be adequately addressed in a final agreement; the final agreement will confirm the provisions of this article. 9. Iran & the U.S. agree that, pending a final agreement, they will maintain the status quo: Iran will maintain the status quo on its nuclear program, and the U.S. will not impose new sanctions on Iran or strengthen its forces in the region. 10. The U.S. commits that immediately after the signing of this MoU, and until the date of the lifting of sanctions, the U.S. Treasury will issue waivers for exports of Iranian crude oil, petrochemical products and their derivatives, and all related services, including banking, insurance, transportation, etc. 11. The U.S. commits that, in light of the progress of negotiations towards a final agreement, frozen or restricted funds and assets of Iran will be released and made fully available. These funds, whether held in the master account or transferred, will be used for any final beneficiary payment determined by the Central Bank of Iran and will be fully available for use. The U.S. undertakes to issue all necessary permits and licenses on this basis. 12. Iran & the U.S. agree that an implementation mechanism will be established to oversee the successful implementation of and future commitment to the final agreement. 13. Following the signing of this MoU, and upon receipt of assurances regarding the commencement of implementation of article 4, 5, 10, & 11 of this MoU, and the continued implementation of these steps, Iran & the U.S. will enter into negotiations for a Final Agreement solely with respect to the remaining Articles. 14. The final agreement will be approved through a binding resolution of the UN Security Council.

Good meeting with @MohamedBinZayed at the G7 in Évian. With the US-Iran agreement, it is time for Iran to end its unjustified attacks against its neighbours. This crisis heightened the need for Europe and the Gulf to deepen their partnership. Many opportunities lie ahead for EU-UAE relations from trade to security cooperation. Let's take this forward at our next EU-@GCC Summit.

China’s top diplomat told his Pakistani counterpart on Tuesday that the next phase of negotiations between the United States and Iran – which Pakistan has helped mediate – will be “more difficult.” insiderpaper.com/china-warns-ne…

BREAKING: US oil prices extend losses to -7% on the day, falling below $76/barrel, on news that the US-Iran deal is expected to include sanctions relief.

Germany's Chancellor Merz on Iran-U.S. deal: Everything we hear from Iran suggests that Iran accepts this too, because it simply has no other choice given American military superiority. I already told President Trump yesterday evening: you can see from this example that clear military strength is also capable of bringing about diplomatic solutions. And if the same applies to Ukraine, then we might be closer to peace in two critical places in the world.

The Taoiseach and Tánaiste are to both vote in favour of a Sinn Féin proposal to remove the mandatory three-day wait period for abortion in early pregnancy when it comes before the Dáil tomorrow rte.ie/news/politics/…

BREAKING: President Trump publicly rebukes Israel over its war against Hezbollah. "Israel's fighting Hezbollah too long and too many people are being killed." Trump said he opposed strikes that destroy apartment buildings filled with civilians and revealed he urged Israel to let Syria take the lead against Hezbollah instead. "If Israel can't do the job without killing everyone else, he'll do the job. Syria will do the job."

At today’s G7 Summit in France I engaged in talks addressing developments in the Middle East and the importance of ongoing international cooperation to safeguard regional and global peace and security. I thank President @EmmanuelMacron for the invitation to this vital forum and reaffirm the UAE’s continued focus on fostering strategic partnerships for a resilient, stable, and prosperous future for all.

.@VP: "The United States wins either way. What @POTUS is trying to do is actually extend the hand of peace and say if the Iranian people want greater prosperity, then their leadership has to step up and change their behavior. If they do, great. If they don't, the United States has already gotten a lot from what we need."

"I just want to say His Highness is a warrior," says @POTUS in his meeting with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. "The relationship has been outstanding...and it's an honor to be with you. We just signed a deal with Iran, and this country was a very powerful ally."

Trump on UAE's MBZ: His Highness is a warrior; he was in there fighting. He is known as a courageous man.

In a session on the Middle East with regional partners. First, we need to ensure the full restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, without restrictions. Second, the events in the Strait have highlighted vulnerabilities that we need to adress. We should work together to alternative supply routes and new corridors, such as the IMEC. With better connectivity, we can transform vulnerabilities into opportunities. We also discussed Lebanon. Because a stable and peaceful Middle East requires a stable and peaceful Lebanon.

EU's von der Leyen: I congratulated Trump on his agreement with Iran. We both agree that it should mean a definitive end to Iran's nuclear programme. The Strait will reopen. Oil prices are falling. And that's how diplomacy delivers.

I welcome today’s positive vote in the European Parliament on our EU-US trade agreement. A deal is a deal - and the EU is delivering its part. With this milestone, we are days away from fulfilling our commitment to remove tariffs on imports of US industrial goods. With full implementation on both sides, our agreement will deliver even more benefits for citizens and businesses. Ensuring strong and stable transatlantic trade and investment.

If you get an opportunity, I hope you enjoy reading a book today.

Significant items before Cabinet today: 🏘️ Regulating short-term lets 🏗️ Infrastructure funding for new homes ✈️ Legislation on the Dublin Airport cap 📊 Advancing the Wellbeing Framework

Iranian fans at SoFi Stadium are booing the regime’s anthem with pride. Let the world hear it loud and clear: We Iranians do not stand with this oppressive mullah regime.