Trump Says US-Iran War MOU Could Be Signed Within 2 Days as Friday Deal Still Uncertain
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jun 17
Trump Says US-Iran War MOU Could Be Signed Within 2 Days as Friday Deal Still Uncertain
3 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jun 17
Summary
Trump said the US-Iran memorandum to start ending the US-Israeli war could be signed as soon as Thursday, though he also warned the planned Friday signing could still collapse.
The MOU would halt fighting, lift the US naval blockade on Iranian ports and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while leaving both sides 60 days to negotiate Iran’s nuclear programme and other disputes.
US officials say the 14-point framework was digitally signed on Sunday but remains reversible until the final ceremony; Trump also said bombing would resume if Iran does not “behave.”
A senior US official said Washington would immediately grant sanctions waivers for Iran’s fossil fuel industry, while broader sanctions relief and the unfreezing of billions in Iranian assets would follow later.
The still-secret text has drawn pressure from both parties in Washington, with Trump officials blaming diplomatic protocol for the delay and critics warning the opaque rollout could complicate implementation.
With conflicting demands over Lebanon, can the fragile US-Iran peace deal actually prevent a much wider regional war?
The deal reopens a vital global waterway, but will Iran’s planned transit fees spark the next major conflict?
Will a $300 billion lifeline for Iran pave the way for peace or empower a more radicalized regime?
US-Iran 14-Point MOU: Immediate Ceasefire, 60-Day Nuclear Talks, and the Road to Regional Peace (June 2026)
Overview
On June 19, 2026, the United States and Iran will sign a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding in Switzerland, marking a major breakthrough in their diplomatic relations. This agreement aims to quickly reduce regional tensions by establishing a comprehensive ceasefire, including in Lebanon, though disagreements remain over Israel’s operations there. The MOU also opens the Strait of Hormuz and sets a 60-day window for further negotiations on nuclear and security issues. While the full text will be released soon, the deal represents a crucial first step toward stability, with its success depending on continued dialogue and effective oversight.