What have Iran and the United States actually agreed to in the memorandum of understanding that the two countries announced over the weekend?

Today, international and political editor Peter Hartcher breaks it down for us, to work out if it’s a peace deal, a ceasefire, or something else entirely.

Background reading
 Trumped-up peace deal at the mercy of another nation, and it’s not Iran
Everything you need to know about the US-Iran peace deal

What have Iran and the United States actually agreed to in the memorandum of understanding that the two countries announced over the weekend?
Today, international and political editor Peter Hartcher breaks it down for us, to work out if it&rsquo;s a peace deal, a ceasefire, or something else entirely.
Background reading
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.smh.com.au/world/middle-east/trumped-up-peace-deal-at-the-mercy-of-another-nation-and-it-s-not-iran-20260615-p606yk.html">&nbsp;Trumped-up peace deal at the mercy of another nation, and it&rsquo;s not Iran</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.smh.com.au/world/middle-east/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-us-iran-peace-deal-20260615-p606um.html">Everything you need to know about the US-Iran peace deal</a></li>
</ul>

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The Morning Edition brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host Samantha Selinger-Morris from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, weekdays from 5am.

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The Morning Edition&nbsp;brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/by/samantha-selinger-morris-p4yvwp">Samantha Selinger-Morris</a> from the newsrooms of <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/">The Sydney Morning Herald</a> and <a href="https://www.theage.com.au/">The Age</a>, weekdays from 5am.
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Donald Trump says he has a peace deal with Iran. But does he?

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The Reserve Bank governor is expected to announce, today, the 17th rate rise under the Albanese government, in a bid to lower inflation.

Today, senior economics correspondent Shane Wright on the risk of recession. And when we can likely expect these rises to stop.

The Reserve Bank governor is expected to announce, today, the 17th rate rise under the Albanese government, in a bid to lower inflation. Today, senior economics correspondent Shane Wright on the risk of recession. And when we can likely expect these rises to stop.

An expected rate rise, and risk of recession

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Americans head to the polls tomorrow to vote in the pivotal mid-term elections, which many view largely as a referendum on President Donald Trump.

Polls suggest voters are shifting away from Republicans amid high fuel prices and a perception the president is not focused on their needs. 

But are the MAGA faithful still loyal to Trump? 

Today, North America correspondent Michael Koziol shares what he’s gleaned from weeks on the campaign trail talking to voters from all over the country.

Americans head to the polls tomorrow to vote in the pivotal mid-term elections, which many view largely as a referendum on President Donald Trump.
Polls suggest voters are shifting away from Republicans amid high fuel prices and a perception the president is not focused on their needs.&nbsp;
But are the MAGA faithful still loyal to Trump?&nbsp;
Today, North America correspondent Michael Koziol shares what he&rsquo;s gleaned from weeks on the campaign trail talking to voters from all over the country.

US midterm elections: Trump faces his toughest test yet

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This week, we take a look at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's incorrect claim about a $6 million grant to his local golf club – which has become another instance of the government fumbling potentially trivial political issues. 

Plus, tensions between the Liberal and National parties, and mounting pressure on treasurer Jim Chalmers to tackle Australia's economic challenges – notably persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and a looming mid-year budget update.

 

Further reading:
The stink, the septic system and the $6m question: Inside Albanese’s Marrickville mess
Cracks emerge in reunited Coalition over trade deal and AI
Who would want to be Jim Chalmers right now?

 

Cut through the noise of federal politics with host Jacqueline Maley and chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal on Inside Politics, from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, every Friday.

If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more, rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or whichever platform you find your pods. 

This week, we take a look at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's incorrect claim about a $6 million grant to his local golf club &ndash; which has become another instance of the government fumbling potentially trivial political issues.&nbsp;
Plus, tensions between the Liberal and National parties, and mounting pressure on treasurer Jim Chalmers to tackle Australia's economic challenges &ndash; notably persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and a looming mid-year budget update.
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Further reading:
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<li><a href="https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/the-stink-the-septic-system-and-the-6m-question-inside-albanese-s-marrickville-mess-20261029-p619mw.html">The stink, the septic system and the $6m question: Inside Albanese&rsquo;s Marrickville mess</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/cracks-emerge-in-reunited-coalition-over-trade-deal-and-ai-20261029-p6197x.html">Cracks emerge in reunited Coalition over trade deal and AI</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/who-would-want-to-be-jim-chalmers-right-now-20261029-p6197n.html">Who would want to be Jim Chalmers right now?</a></li>
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Cut through the noise of federal politics with host Jacqueline Maley and chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal on Inside Politics, from the newsrooms of<a href="https://www.smh.com.au/"> The Sydney Morning Herald</a> and<a href="https://www.theage.com.au/"> The Age</a>, every Friday.
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Is the PM at risk of "Albo derangement syndrome"?

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Donald Trump says he has a peace deal with Iran. But does he?

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