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Truce and fire: The ghost of Versailles haunts Trump. But is Iran overplaying its hand?

President Trump declared the June 17 ceasefire with Iran over, ordering fresh US strikes. Iran responded by targeting tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. The conflict's tempo is now largely controlled by Iran's ability to disrupt oil shipments. Both sides face pressures, with neither in a decisive position…

The Times of India

Washington reflecting pool saga is just the latest example of man trying to dominate nature – and losing

US President Donald Trump’s “restoration” of the reflecting pool that stretches between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument has been dogged by questions over cost and now by the president’s claims it has been vandalised.

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The flaws at the heart of Donald Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal

The world sighed in relief when Donald Trump agreed to a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to finally end the conflict with Iran on June 17. But there is now a palpable feeling that hostilities are far from over. The agreement between Washington and Tehran, signed at Versailles on June 18,…

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Versailles unveils gallery for 250th anniversary of US independence

Opening on Saturday 4 July, this gallery brings together paintings, sculptures and portraits from the château’s collections to spotlight the political, diplomatic and military figures of independence.

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Trump Admits Iran Memorandum 'Is Not Final' After Signing 14-Point Deal at Versailles

President Trump warns that the US-Iran agreement is not a final deal, despite a signed memorandum aimed at ending conflict. Key issues like sanctions and nuclear oversight remain unresolved.

International Business Times UK

Iran-US sign 14-point deal at Versailles: In 1919, the same place hosted a treaty after World War I that created conditions for World War II

Iran-US Deal: US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding at France's Palace of Versailles, aiming to end hostilities and setting a 60-day negotiation timeline. The agreement includes commitments on military operations, the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and sanctions relief, marking…

The Economic Times

Donald Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal prompts strong feelings and profane language

After dining lavishly on lobster, caviar and truffles in the opulent surrounds of the Palace of Versailles last night, Donald Trump affixed his signature to the much-anticipated memorandum of understanding that will, all being well, begin a 60-day ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran.

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'We cleared the plates': Versailles dinner becomes stage for Trump's surprise signature of Iran deal

US President Donald Trump unexpectedly signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran during a state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at Versailles on Wednesday. The move surprised ministers and guests who had expected a formal signing ceremony in Switzerland later this week.

France 24

Signing off? Trump rushes to turn page on Iran war

Surprise! A stroke of a pen over dinner at Versailles has pre-empted plans for that big Friday signing in Switzerland of an interim agreement between the United States and Iran. Coming off the G7 in France, we ask why Donald Trump suddenly decided to get it over with and whether…

France 24

Macron's 'Versailles diplomacy' yields mixed results after a decade in power

French President Emmanuel Macron courted his US counterpart Donald Trump at the G7 on Wednesday by opening the gilded gates of Versailles, a move that underscored his trademark blend of symbolism and diplomacy. While allies hailed the summit's success, analysts said Macron still faces the challenge of turning grand gestures…

France 24

At the mercy of Silicon Valley? Europe exposed by Trump AI export ban

Is it better to persuade or to confront? French leader Emmanuel Macron is opting for the royal treatment with Donald Trump at Versailles, what with a dinner to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the King of France's support for the birth of a new nation. It's all about keeping the…

France 24

G7 leaders back tougher stance on Russia as Trump shifts line

G7 leaders have backed increased pressure on Russia to end its war in Ukraine, after US President Donald Trump signalled a shift towards a tougher line against Moscow at the group's summit in France.

Radio France Internationale

Iran-US war latest: Supreme Leader says Trump made a deal out of ‘desperation’ after US lifts naval blockade

US vice president JD Vance said more than 12 million barrels of oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz last night

The Independent UK

G7 hails unity on Russia as Trump signals tougher line on Moscow

G7 leaders on Wednesday welcomed growing unity in efforts to increase pressure on Russia to end the war in Ukraine, amid signs of President Donald Trump's willingness to take a tougher line on Moscow. Later, at the candlelit dinner in Versailles, Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed…

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Trump signs deal aimed at ending Iran war at Versailles

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Trump wanted to see ‘real deal’ gold at Versailles. He signed the Iran deal inside the palace

The president — who is famous for putting gold on everything — has long spoken of his admiration for the opulent symbol of the former French monarchy. Now that same palace has some Trump administration history to add to the books

Euronews

Trump welcomed to Versailles for dinner with Macron

Donald Trump was welcomed to the Palace of Versailles on Wednesday evening for a private reception and dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron following the conclusion of the G7 summit in Evian.

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Golden ticket: why Versailles invite is the ‘real deal’ for Trump

The US president’s opulent tastes will be well served in a palace that has hosted Putin, King Charles and JFK

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Macron deploys Versailles’ gold, mirrors and history in a high-stakes courtship of Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron is opening the gilded gates of Louis XIV’s palace to U.S. President Donald Trump for a private reception, show and dinner marking America’s 250th birthday

The Independent UK

Trump delays US return to visit Palace of Versailles

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Trump stays an extra half day in France to see the gold at Palace of Versailles: ‘It’s the real deal’

President Trump, a well known lover of gold and gilded decor, will join Macron for dinner at the Palace of Versailles

The Guardian - UK

‘Very naive’: French left up in arms as Macron hosts Trump at Versailles

Political rivals accuse French president of grovelling after inviting US counterpart to Louis XIV’s palace

Radio France Internationale

Trump heads to Versailles as Macron faces row over lavish reception

US President Donald Trump will be welcomed at the Château de Versailles on Wednesday evening for a grand reception with Emmanuel Macron, as France marks the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States in the place where the treaty of independence was signed.

Bangkok Post

Macron winds up G7 with AI, Trump dinner

EVIAN (FRANCE) - G7 leaders will discuss on Wednesday the security risks posed by AI and social media on the last day of a summit dominated by Donald Trump, before host French President Emmanuel Macron dines with his US counterpart at the Palace of Versailles.

France 24

Macron invites Trump to Versailles dinner as G7 summit wraps up

The third and final day of the G7 summit focuses on AI and social media, with CEOs from OpenAI, Anthropic and European rival Mistral meeting leaders for lunch on Wednesday. French President Emmanuel Macron has invited his US counterpart Donald Trump to a private dinner at the lavish Palace of…

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