Even as They Praise Iran Cease-Fire, World Leaders Are Whipsawed by Trump
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- World leaders expressed relief over the temporary cease-fire agreement between the United States, Israel, and Iran, with President Trump stepping back from escalating the conflict further.
- Despite the cease-fire, many countries feel powerless after six weeks of war that disrupted global economies, energy supplies, domestic politics, and international relations.
- Leaders have been unsettled by President Trump's unpredictable actions and rhetoric, including threats to quit NATO and complaints about insufficient support from allies.
- Significant challenges remain for the cease-fire to become permanent, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear program and securing the Strait of Hormuz for global shipping.
- Officials recognize that repairing the damage to the global economy and security caused by the war will be a difficult and lengthy process.
