The United States and Iran have announced a framework agreement to end a conflict that has lasted for more than three months now, with both sides confirming that a formal Memorandum of Understanding is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, June 19.
The proposed deal includes ending military operations, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the US naval blockade, while leaving Iran's nuclear programme to future negotiations, news agency Associated Press (AP) reported.
Pakistan, which served as a mediator, announced that both countries had reached an understanding calling for 'the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.'
US President Donald Trump announced the breakthrough on his Truth Social platform, saying, 'The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!' Trump described the agreement as a historic achievement and said, 'This Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region.'
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed the agreement and said Tehran would enter a proposed 60-day negotiation period only after verifying that Washington had fulfilled its commitments.
One of the most significant elements of the agreement is the proposed reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route. US and Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end the war, halt the US blockade of Iran and reopen the waterway.
However, implementation is expected only after the agreement is formally signed on Friday.
