INDIAN EXPRESS DATED 13th June 2026

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INDIAN EXPRESS DATED 13th June 2026.

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1.  US–Iran Peace Deal Near Completion but Differences Persist

The lead international story reports that the United States and Iran appear close to a memorandum aimed at ending months of conflict in West Asia. Pakistan has reportedly played a mediating role, while both sides have signalled willingness to reach an agreement. However, disagreements remain over critical issues such as Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, uranium stockpiles, and regional security commitments. The logic behind the negotiations is that prolonged conflict has disrupted global energy supplies, closed the Strait of Hormuz, increased inflationary pressures, and heightened geopolitical uncertainty. While Washington claims Iran has agreed to dismantle parts of its nuclear infrastructure, Tehran maintains its right to retain key capabilities. The newspaper’s overall stand is cautiously optimistic but highlights the trust deficit between the parties. The gist is that diplomacy remains preferable to prolonged military confrontation, but sustainable peace will depend on verification, transparency, and mutually acceptable security guarantees.

2.  India Protests US Attacks on Commercial Ships Carrying Indian Mariners