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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: EU Leaders Welcome Trump's Iran Ceasefire Deal
Caption: EU Leaders Welcome Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Deal. European leaders have cautiously welcomed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, while urging rapid implementation of the deal. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said reopening the Strait of Hormuz should be an immediate priority, stressing that freedom of navigation must be restored without tolls. European Council President António Costa said differences should be resolved through peaceful means and in accordance with international law. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas described the agreement as a potential breakthrough that could create space for wider negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme and help ease pressure on global energy markets. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz congratulated both Iran and President Trump on reaching the agreement while President Emmanuel Macron said the deal could open the door to broader negotiations aimed at strengthening peace and security in the Middle East. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also welcomed the development, while reiterating that Iran must never obtain a nuclear weapon. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, whose country helped mediate talks, confirmed that both sides had agreed to end military operations and said a signing ceremony is expected to take place in Switzerland on Friday. However, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said the agreement would not be binding on Israel, underlining continuing uncertainty despite the ceasefire announcement. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,U.S.,Iran,peace,deal,war,Donald Trump,Ursula von der Leyen,EU,António Costa,Kaja Kallas,Chancellor Friedrich Merz,President Emmanuel Macron,Emmanuel Macron,Keir Starmer,Shehbaz Sharif,Itamar Ben-Gvir,nuclear programme
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