Trump signs Iran deal as World Cup opener looms

Trump signs Iran deal in Versailles

Donald Trump signed a peace agreement with Iran on Thursday at Schloss Versailles. "A historic document," President Pezeshkian called it (1). Macron said bravo. Everyone applauded (2).

The deal reopens the Strait of Hormuz. The first oil tankers have already passed through (9). Diesel prices hit their lowest in months, though the transport sector remains cautious (5).

Missile programme off the table

Iran says its missile programme is not up for negotiation. "We have them to fire them," a military spokesman said (3).

How Iranians are reacting

People are realistic. They are not rushing to cheer, because they have been through too much (8). Criticism is sharp on the other side. One German outlet called the deal a crown on Trump's failure (6). Another cited Reagan: "He is spinning in his grave" (7).

The team plays on

Your squad is already in the United States. The peace deal does little to calm the atmosphere (1) (2). Diaspora protests continue in the host nation. Taremi has said the players are here to represent every Iranian. New Zealand awaits in the group opener. That is what Ghalenoei can control.

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