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Despite renewed strikes and Trump’s bluster, both sides want an end to Iran conflict

Despite renewed strikes and Trump’s bluster, both sides want an end to Iran conflict

Points of contention and much ambiguity surround the memorandum of understanding that underpins the ceasefire, but there are some positive signs

16.07.2026 10

The Irish Times

Vincent Durac

Trump says US will be ‘guardian of the Middle East’. How much more can the region endure?

US and Iran have agreed on framework to end the war launched by the US and Israel, but many questions remain

16.06.2026 10

The Irish Times

Vincent Durac

An end to the war would suit both Trump and Iranian leadership. But not Netanyahu

There are some grounds for cautious optimism

11.04.2026 30

The Irish Times

Vincent Durac

Trump’s ‘little excursion’ could leave Iran even more fragmented, unstable and violent

For now, the most likely outcome is a shift to even greater levels of authoritarian control. Beyond that, the future is less certain

12.03.2026 50

The Irish Times

Vincent Durac

This is a serious blow to the Iranian regime – but it is unlikely to be immediately fatal

Trump and Netanyahu have both said they want to see the removal of the Islamic regime in Tehran. But that is far from certain

02.03.2026 50

The Irish Times

Vincent Durac