World leaders welcome US–Iran peace deal, call it major diplomatic breakthrough
Jun 15, 2026
Global leaders have welcomed the announcement of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as a significant diplomatic breakthrough that could help ease tensions in West Asia and restore regional stability.
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani praised the agreement and highlighted the role of regional and international mediators in facilitating the breakthrough.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the deal a “hugely important step forward” toward ending the conflict and ensuring regional stability, stressing the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz for global trade.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also welcomed the agreement, describing it as a major diplomatic achievement with wide international implications.
French President Emmanuel Macron urged swift implementation of the deal and emphasized the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open without restrictions, given its critical role in global energy transport.
The agreement has been widely described by international leaders as a key step toward de-escalation, with calls for continued dialogue and careful implementation in the coming weeks.
