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US, Iran reach breakthrough agreement as Trump, Pezeshkian sign peace pact
The United States and Iran have electronically signed a memorandum of understanding extending their ceasefire and paving the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the agreement has already taken effect, with spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei describing it as the beginning of a monitored implementation phase.
According to both Iranian and US accounts, the deal—reportedly signed at Versailles by US President Donald Trump—extends the ceasefire for 60 days while laying the groundwork for broader negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme and the gradual easing of sanctions.
The agreement includes provisions for Iran to gradually reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while the United States moves toward lifting restrictions on Iranian ports and easing selected sanctions. Both sides have also agreed to continue discussions on broader regional and economic issues.
Iran, however, has drawn a clear line, insisting that its missile programme remains non-negotiable and that its defence capabilities will not be part of any talks. Tehran has also warned it will closely monitor US compliance “without leniency,” signalling deep mistrust despite the diplomatic breakthrough.
While the White House has confirmed the signing, analysts note that the agreement is not a final peace deal but an interim framework intended to stabilise tensions and create space for further negotiations.
The development has already sparked political debate in Washington, where critics warn that the deal could be perceived as overly lenient toward Tehran. The Trump administration, however, insists the memorandum is a strategic step toward preventing nuclear escalation rather than a concession.
Iran, on its part, has framed the agreement as evidence of US failure to achieve its objectives, even as it prepares to engage in further negotiations over sanctions relief and nuclear oversight.
With the Strait of Hormuz playing a vital role in global energy supply chains, the success or failure of the next 60 days of implementation is likely to have far-reaching economic and geopolitical consequences.
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