July 16, 2026
US and Israel critics have slammed a deal reached last month to end the war with Iran for failing to curb Iran's missile programme
Gulf states host him amid fears over $300 billion Iran fund proposal
The president brushes off the Senate vote, saying it carries no real significance
Tehran says Lebanon peace is as important as peace in Iran
Trump has voiced confidence in the talks despite differences over several core issues
The strikes in Lebanon raise doubt about how far Trump will go to force his wartime allies to halt an offensive he has now pledged to end
He confirmed this week he intends to stand again in an election that must be called by October
Israeli forces are still positioned in parts of southern Lebanon
