Iran is still assessing the final text of the memorandum of understanding and has not yet responded to the U.S., a source told Xinhua. The source said Tehran is being especially cautious because of historical U.S. non-compliance and long-standing mutual distrust, and that Iran seeks concrete benefits based on past experience.

Canada's prime minister Carney said investment has shown some volatility.

French foreign minister Barro said in an interview on the 2nd that Israeli military actions inside Lebanon "have no justification." He added Israel has a right to self-defence against HEZBOLLAH attacks, but its operations and continued presence inside Lebanon are unjustified. France called on HEZBOLLAH to stop strikes on Israel and urged Israel to cease strikes on Lebanon. French sources said the 2026 European International Defence Exhibition will be held mid-June in the Paris suburbs and France will bar displays of Israeli-made offensive weapons; Barro said the position is "consistent" and any Israeli equipment exhibited must be defensive.