# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-18 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 6 items from 1 source; Japan, 3 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Trump: U.S. and Iran to sign end-of-war agreement soon, possibly on the 18th or 19th

- Published: 2026-06-18T02:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606180004.aspx
- anchor: #n1075550

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran would sign an agreement to end the war in the Middle East on the 18th or 19th. He made the remarks at the G7 summit, drawing international attention.

## Finland lifts longstanding ban on nuclear weapons, deepens NATO cooperation in response to geopolitical realities

- Published: 2026-06-18T02:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606180003.aspx
- anchor: #n1075049

Finland’s parliament lifted the ban on nuclear weapons and strengthened cooperation with NATO. A shift in defense policy to address geopolitical realities is underway.

## European stocks close mixed as markets await Fed rate decision

- Published: 2026-06-18T01:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606180002.aspx
- anchor: #n1074548

European stock markets closed mixed ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate announcement. Investors grew more cautious, while oil prices temporarily rose 5%. The market tension reflects the approach of a major monetary policy decision.

## U.S. and Iran to sign end-of-war memorandum on the 19th; CNN reveals contents of 14-point draft

- Published: 2026-06-17T23:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606170373.aspx
- anchor: #n1069679

The United States and Iran are scheduled to sign an end-of-war memorandum on the 19th. CNN reported on a 14-point draft that includes a halt to fighting, economic assistance and confirmation that Iran will not possess nuclear weapons. The agreement could mark a turning point for the Middle East.

## Taiwanese young professional joins Czech startup team to develop vertical takeoff and landing aircraft

- Published: 2026-06-17T23:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606170372.aspx
- anchor: #n1069577

Taiwan-born young designer 林澤 has joined Czech aviation startup Zuri to advance development of a hybrid VTOL aircraft with a 700km range. The company aims to transform mid-distance travel through point-to-point transportation.

## U.S. cuts NATO commitments; Rutte says this does not mean it is withdrawing from Europe

- Published: 2026-06-17T23:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606170371.aspx
- anchor: #n1069578

NATO Secretary General Rutte said that even if the United States reduces forces under NATO command, it does not mean it is withdrawing from Europe. He urged European countries to take on greater responsibility for their defense.

## SATELLITE Tech Solutions launches all-in-one AI platform KNOWLEDGE FORCE dedicated to education businesses

- Published: 2026-06-18T01:24:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000181854.html
- anchor: #n1071380
- Companies mentioned: SATELLITE HOLDINGS

SATELLITE Tech Solutions has launched the KNOWLEDGE FORCE AI platform for education providers. It supports more efficient operations and revenue growth, accelerating digital transformation in the industry.

## Kaminashi CTO and engineer to speak at AWS Summit Japan 2026

- Published: 2026-06-18T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000259.000054269.html
- anchor: #n1069880
- Companies mentioned: アマゾン ウェブ サービス ジャパン合同会社

Kaminashi’s CTO and an engineer spoke at AWS Summit Japan 2026, presenting a case study on building a data visualization platform using Amazon Redshift. Their technical efforts with a lean team drew attention.

## Delta Force Japan regional team scores first win at international tournament! HYD defeats AHR in the group stage of the 2026 Delta Force Invitational: Warfare!

- Published: 2026-06-17T23:53:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000150971.html
- anchor: #n1069579
- Companies mentioned: TiMi Studio Group

Japan’s HYD team defeated AHR for its first win at an international Delta Force tournament. The achievement symbolizes the international growth of Japanese esports.