Global leaders react to announcement of US-Iran peace agreement

US and Iranian officials said on June 15 they have agreed on a deal to end their war, halt the US blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, possibly leading to lower energy prices once oil shipments resume through the critical waterway.

Below is international reaction to the attacks:

Joint statement from E4 leaders Britain, France, Germany and Italy

“Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon. We stand ready to work with the US, Iran and the IAEA to this end.”

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

“We are clear that toll-free freedom of navigation must now be restored in the Strait of Hormuz... Iran must never have a nuclear weapon.” REUTERS