US and Iran Sign Interim Peace Deal to Conclude Ongoing Conflict
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US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim peace deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran. The agreement includes a 60-day timeline to finalize terms for sanctions relief and nuclear program adjustments (per France24, Al Jazeera).
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KEY FACTS
- President Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday signed an interim deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran.
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, quoted by the state news agency IRNA, said the document "was finalised with the signatures of the presidents".
- "As a first step, Islamic Republic of Iran will instantly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States of America will immediately lift the naval blockade," Sharif wrote.
- US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding to end the war between the two countries.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The ongoing military conflict between the United States and Iran escalated significantly in March 2026, when the US and Israel initiated coordinated military strikes targeting Iranian power plants, air defenses, and military infrastructure.
This campaign was a direct response to a series of Iranian military actions throughout 2026, which were in retaliation for the strikes initiated by the US and Israel. The situation has been characterized by a cycle of provocation and response, with each side taking aggressive actions that have further entrenched the conflict.
Brief
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim peace deal aimed at ending the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran. This agreement, finalized on June 18, 2026, marks a pivotal moment in the strained relations between the two nations, which have been embroiled in conflict since early March 2026.
Under the terms of the deal, Iran is expected to dilute its enriched uranium stocks, while the US will provide sweeping sanctions relief and a substantial reconstruction fund of $300 billion. The deal also stipulates that Iran will reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, with the US lifting its naval blockade in response.
Negotiating teams from both countries are set to convene in Geneva on Friday to work towards a comprehensive agreement within the next 60 days. While both sides express optimism about the potential for lasting peace, the complexities of their historical grievances and the ongoing military actions in the region pose significant challenges to the implementation of this agreement.
The deal's success will depend on the commitment of both parties to adhere to its terms and navigate the intricate geopolitical landscape that has defined their relationship for decades.
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