- Leaders worldwide welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire agreement ending months of conflict
- The accord includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a framework for negotiations
- UN and countries like Pakistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia praised their mediation roles
Leaders around the globe have welcomed a breakthrough agreement between Iran and the United States to end months of intense conflict, signalling strong international support for the newly implemented ceasefire.
The accord halts a crisis that threatens wider regional warfare, with comprehensive diplomatic negotiations expected to follow immediately. Officials emphasised that the diplomatic breakthrough is vital for preventing further escalation, as Washington and Tehran prepare to negotiate a permanent framework.
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UN Chief António Guterres congratulated both sides on a peace deal securing an "immediate and permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a negotiation framework". "I warmly congratulate the US & Iran for having reached a peace deal that provides for an immediate & permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a framework for further negotiations. This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the conflict.
My deep appreciation goes to Pakistan, Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and other regional countries, for the constructive role played in supporting the negotiations that led to the peace deal."
Qatar's Prime Minister welcomed the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, pledging Doha's continued support for the upcoming phase of diplomatic negotiations. "We welcome the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. We extend our thanks to our brothers in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, as well as to all regional and international parties that contributed to creating the conditions conducive to reaching this understanding."
We welcome the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. We extend our thanks to our brothers in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, as well as to all regional and international parties that…
— محمد بن عبدالرحمن (@MBA_AlThani_) June 14, 2026
France welcomed the US-Iran agreement, calling for its swift implementation to unconditionally reopen the Strait of Hormuz. "I welcome the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, the result of a diplomatic effort to which several partners contributed. I call for its swift and full implementation by all belligerents. This agreement must allow for the urgent and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which the international mission established with the United Kingdom is ready to support."
Je salue l'accord conclu entre les États-Unis et l'Iran, fruit d'un effort diplomatique auquel ont contribué plusieurs partenaires. J'appelle à sa mise en œuvre rapide et complète par tous les belligérants.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) June 14, 2026
Cet accord doit permettre la réouverture urgente et inconditionnelle…
Turkey welcomed the US-Iran agreement as a significant development for regional peace, while praising mediation efforts by Pakistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. "I welcome the agreement reached between the US and Iran, viewing it as a significant development for establishing peace and tranquillity in our region. I sincerely hope that this news, which the whole world has long needed, will contribute to the establishment of lasting peace and security in our region."
ABD ve İran arasında varılan mutabakatı, bölgemizde sulh-u sükûnun hâkim kılınması adına önemli bir gelişme olarak görüyor, memnuniyetle karşılıyorum.
— Recep Tayyip Erdoğan (@RTErdogan) June 14, 2026
Tüm dünyanın uzun süredir ihtiyaç duyduğu bu haberin bölgemizde kalıcı huzur ve güven ortamının tesisine vesile olmasını…
Japan welcomed the US-Iran agreement. Tokyo noted the deal could pave the way for global economic recovery and regional stabilisation. "The United States and Iran have now announced that they have agreed to a memorandum of understanding on ending hostilities. Up until now, Japan has taken the position that the most important thing is for the situation to be calmed as quickly as possible, and has made active diplomatic efforts. From this perspective, we welcome this agreement on the memorandum of understanding as a major step toward resolving the situation."
今般、米国及びイラン双方が、戦闘終結等に関する覚書に合意した旨発表しました。
— 高市早苗 (@takaichi_sanae) June 14, 2026
これまで我が国は、事態の沈静化が一刻も早く実際に図られることが最も重要との立場から、積極的な外交努力を行ってきました。…
Germany welcomed the US-Iran agreement and noted the deal could stabilise the region and spark a global economic recovery, emphasising that diligent implementation is now crucial. "I welcome the agreement between the US and Iran. I congratulate President Trump and the Iranian side on this diplomatic breakthrough. This can pave the way for a recovery of the global economy and stabilisation of the region. It is now crucial to implement the agreement diligently."
Ich begrüße das Abkommen zwischen den USA und Iran. Zu diesem diplomatischen Durchbruch gratuliere ich Präsident Trump und der iranischen Seite. Das kann den Weg zur Erholung der Weltwirtschaft und Stabilisierung der Region bahnen. Es gilt, das Vereinbarte zielstrebig umzusetzen.
— Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (@bundeskanzler) June 14, 2026
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