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Trump says oil tankers resuming movement through Strait of Hormuz

Trump says oil tankers resuming movement through Strait of Hormuz

Says text of Iran deal to be released 'sometime after Friday'

United States President Donald Trump on Monday said that the peace deal with Iran was already signed. the Strait of Hormuz would be completely opened for all sea traffic on June 19.

"I'm very happy to say.. the deal's all signed," he said while addressing a media talk with French President Emmanuel Macron in France ahead of the G7 summit.

He said that the text of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Iran will be released "sometime after Friday".

"I think pretty soon. I would say, I mean, I want it to be released, because it's a very powerful document," Trump said. "It's a very powerful document, and I want it to be released. So, probably pretty soon. I would say sometime after Friday."

A US official similarly said just earlier that Washington. Tehran had signed a MoU to settle a near four-month war, adding that a signing ceremony would take place on Friday and shipping traffic in the Strait ​of Hormuz would gradually ramp up.

The MoU was signed by Trump, Vice President JD Vance. Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher ​Qalibaf, one US official said.

Speaking at a briefing with ​reporters, the US official added that there will also be a signing ceremony on Friday.

"You will see significant increase in traffic in the ​Strait of Hormuz, actually starting already,. that will ​ramp up slowly over time," the US official, speaking on the condition ‌of ⁠anonymity, said. "We probably won't return to normal in two weeks,. we will see a significant increase in strait traffic," the official said.

Trump earlier said that ships carrying oil were beginning to move out of the Strait of Hormuz after the US. Iran declared that they had reached an agreement to end the war.

"Ships are starting to move, many loaded up with Oil, out of the Strait of Hormuz. They are going along the Southern 'Highway,' which is totally safe, secure,. pristine," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

"There are other areas of travel, also!!!" he added.

Vice President JD Vance said the US held significant leverage in negotiations with Iran. expressed confidence that upcoming talks would lead to a successful agreement.

"I think the best outcome is a good deal for the American people. which we have fundamentally," Vance said in an interview withCNBC.

Discussing negotiations expected later this week. Vance said: "We expect to have a full spectrum of representatives at the negotiation on Friday. Again, we've been talking to these people sometimes indirectly, but sometimes directly,. that's what's fundamentally changed under the president's leadership."

He said the Trump administration is now engaging directly with Iran, adding: "We have some good relationships there."

"This is going to be a successful negotiation, because you know we're not passing messages through various back channels anymore. We're actually talking to them,. when you talk to them, you figure out what's real, what's fake, what are they serious about, what are they not serious about," he said.

Highlighting Washington's position ahead of the talks, Vance said: "We fundamentally have all the cards here. We don't have to give the Iranians anything if they don't make the commitments that we want long term on the nuclear program,. even if we just stopped here, what would be true? Their military is destroyed, the Straits of Hormuz are open, their nuclear program has been destroyed,. we have incredible economic leverage over them that we didn't have a year and a half ago."

Vance further noted that Washington remained open to improving relations with Tehran. saying: "If you guys want to meet us, if you guys want to change your relationship with the United States, we will change our relationship with Iran. That's the offer. We're going to have to see whether they meet us there."

Addressing concerns about Israel's reaction to a potential agreement, Vance said: "Well, first of all, I think there are elements within Israel that like the deal quite a bit,. I also think there's been some misreporting about the deal."

He added that the administration hoped to release the text of the agreement this week. said it would make the region safer and help create "a new Middle East, not just for the next few years, but for the next generation".

Iranian president says war-ending memorandum could become source of national pride

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said. the MoU could become a source of national pride if all of its provisions were fully implemented.

Speaking on the sidelines of a national governance conference in Tehran, Pezeshkian said the agreement could help address many outstanding issues. pave the way for new conditions in Iran and across the region.

“If all provisions of this memorandum are properly implemented. it will be regarded as a source of pride for the country,” he said.

Pezeshkian described the memorandum as an achievement not only for Iran but also for the wider region. what he called the “resistance forces”.

He said details of the agreement would be released at an appropriate time. noted that more than 90% of the members of Iran's Supreme National Security Council had backed it.

The president added that Iran's negotiating team would continue its work within the framework set by the country's leadership.

According to Iran's official news agencyIRNA, Pezeshkian said authorities had agreed to sign the war-ending memorandum on Friday.

He also thanked Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, members of the Supreme National Security Council. other officials involved in the negotiations.

In a post on X, Ghalibaf congratulated the Iranian people, saying: "With your historic resistance. the valour of the armed forces against those who sought the life of this nation and the destruction and surrender of this homeland, Iran took a great step toward final victory. They wanted to, but they couldn't. We stand firm, and in the end, Iran will triumph by the grace of God."

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Iran says top Iranian, US negotiators 'likely' to meet Friday before signing memorandum

Araghchi said that the heads of the Iranian. US negotiating delegations were likely to meet in Switzerland on Friday before signing the MoU and launching a new round of talks, according to Iran’sTasnim News Agency.

Speaking after a joint meeting with members of parliament’s Economic Commission. Araghchi said a meeting between the heads of the two delegations was expected to take place in Switzerland on Friday.

“The heads of the two delegations will likely meet in Switzerland on Friday. the MoU between Iran and the United States may be signed, after which the first round of subsequent negotiations will be held,” he said.

Araghchi said the understanding could help create economic opportunities for Iran. stressed that the country’s economy should not become dependent on agreements reached through negotiations with the US.

He also pointed to what he described as a history of unfulfilled commitments, failure to implement agreements. the abandonment of previous deals, saying Iran was planning both the negotiation process and implementation of any future agreement based on lessons drawn from past experiences.

He added that Iran would seek to maximise economic opportunities through any agreement. would not rely on such opportunities in shaping its foreign policy.

Those who started the war were defeated hugely: Iran's Baghaei

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that those who started the war have been "defeated hugely".

In a press briefing on Monday, Baghaei also stated that respecting Lebanon's sovereignty. territorial integrity was part of the interim agreement with the US.

“Regarding the manner. mechanism of signing the memorandum of understanding, a final decision will be made today and tomorrow, and its results will be officially announced,” he added.

He stated. "regional visits" were also on the agenda before the signing of the agreement with the US in Switzerland.

Baghaei said that the US will commit itself to give Iran access to its frozen funds,. that it will not give Tehran any money.

Baghaei added that Tehran will take measures to ensure safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with Oman. other countries. This will be for a specific time and adhering to the US' own commitments.

He stated that the US was obliged to deliver its commitments under the agreement,. failure to do so will lead to reciprocal measures from Iran.

The spokesman also mentioned the coup decades ago orchestrated by the West as a starting point for the source of “deep-rooted” distrust. as perAl Jazeera.

“We doubt the Americans because we had previous experiences with them that go back to 1953,” Baghaei said. highlighting the year a joint US-UK campaign to overthrow the democratically elected government was successfully carried out.

“Since that moment trust has gone between America and Iran, and it is deep-rooted. There is a long road for the United States to go to gain our trust.”

Iran says US ‘responsible’ for implementing draft deal, calls for Israeli attacks on Lebanon to stop

Iran’s foreign minister said Monday that the US bears the responsibility for implementing the Pakistan-mediated memorandum of understanding with Tehran. calling for the Israeli attacks on Lebanon to stop.

This came during Abbas Araghchi's separate phone calls with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty,. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, according to Iran’s state news agencyIRNA.

Araghchi. his counterparts also stressed the need to maintain diplomatic efforts to achieve stability and security in the region, the outlet added.

Hezbollah has not carried out operations since Iran-US deal, Hezbollah official tells Reuters

A Hezbollah official toldReuterson Monday that the group has not carried out any operations since the Iran-US deal was announced. that its position on the ceasefire was linked to Israel's adherence to it.

The official, who declined to be named, added that Hezbollah rejects Israeli "freedom of movement" in Lebanon. said Iran delayed signing the deal with the US to monitor Israel's adherence to the ceasefire in Lebanon.

Hezbollah has not officially commented on the US agreement.

US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end war, signing set for Friday

US. Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end their war, halt the US blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a preliminary pact that sent ​oil prices falling but leaves the fate of Iran's nuclear program to further negotiations.

"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," US President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform around ‌5:30pm ET local time in Washington (1:30am PKT) on Sunday. His post came shortly after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. whose country has served as a mediator, announced a deal had been struck early on Monday local time.

The memorandum of understanding is scheduled to be officially signed on Friday in Switzerland.

The precise terms were not immediately known. Sharif said in a post on X that the pact called for "the immediate. permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon."

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Lebanon has been a sticking point in negotiations, with Israel. Hezbollah ignoring calls from Trump and others to ​stop their attacks on each other in recent weeks.

In a statement, the secretariat of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said war. military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, would end permanently starting on Monday night.

Iran's deputy foreign ​minister. Kazem Gharibabadi, said a more expansive agreement would be negotiated during a 60-day ceasefire period, including sanctions relief for Iran.

The fate of Iran's nuclear program will also ⁠be addressed in those later talks, sources previously toldReuters.

There was no immediate reaction to the announcement from Israel. which has said it was not party to the US-Iran talks.

UAE calls for ‘full-compliance’ with US-Iran deal

The United Arab Emirates on Monday welcomed a recently announced US-Iran peace agreement, calling for "full compliance" with the deal.

In a statement, the UAE Foreign Ministry "emphasised the importance of full compliance with the provisions of the agreement, ensuring an immediate. comprehensive cessation of hostilities in the region."

It urged respect for state sovereignty. the principles of good neighbourly relations, and “strict compliance with international law, and the protection of maritime routes and freedom of international navigation, including the uninterrupted freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.”

The ministry expressed appreciation for efforts by US President Donald Trump. other parties involved in the mediation process to reach the agreement.

It called for continuing negotiations "to build on this progress and achieve sustainable outcomes."

The ministry reiterated the UAE’s support “for all efforts aimed at strengthening security. stability and fostering dialogue and diplomacy as the preferred means of resolving regional and international crises."

Israel says its army to remain in areas it occupied in southern Lebanon despite US-Iran deal

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Monday that the Israeli army will remain in the areas it occupied in southern Lebanon as well as in Syria,. Gaza despite a peace agreement between the US and Iran.

Israel opposes the withdrawal of its forces from Lebanon "despite all current and future pressures," he said in a statement.

He added that areas occupied by Israel in southern Lebanon would be “cleared” of the local population.

Katz also claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had made this position clear to US President Donald Trump. other senior American officials.

"I also clearly conveyed this to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth," Katz added.

The Israeli minister warned that Israel would attack Iran “with all our might” if Tehran launched strikes against Israel. of developments in Lebanon.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir also criticised the US-Iran deal, claiming that “Trump’s agreement does not bind" Tel Aviv.

ההסכם של טראמפ אינו מחייב אותנו. ישראל לא כפופה לארצות הברית ואנחנו מדינה עצמאית וריבונית!חובתנו לאזרחי ישראל לחיילי צה״ל ולעם היהודי וחובתנו ההיסטורית לנרדפים ולנרצחים היהודים באלפי שנות גלות. להעניק ביטחון ליהודים בארץ ישראל.בכל פעם שנכנענו ללחץ בינלאומי על חשבון ביטחון…

Germany calls on Iran, Israel to avert new Lebanon escalation after US deal

Germany on Monday called on Iran. Israel to prevent a fresh escalation in Lebanon and seize the momentum created by a newly announced US-Iran agreement aimed at ending the fighting.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul welcomed the deal, announced Sunday by Washington. Tehran, as “good news,” and said Berlin stands ready to help advance the process once full details emerge.

“Iran must now exert influence on Hezbollah to ensure there are no further attacks on Israel,” Wadephul told reporters ahead of a meeting with EU counterparts in Luxembourg. “And as for Israel, there will be no reason for it to launch or carry out attacks in Lebanon. This is an opportunity for the entire region, and we should seize it together now.”

Asked whether the EU could help facilitate moving the US-Iran deal forward, Wadephul expressed willingness. stressed the need for clarity on its terms.

“We really need to understand the substance of the agreement in detail — something I assume will only be fully possible on Friday,” he said. “However. the Europeans have consistently stated their readiness to play a role in restoring the navigability of the Strait of Hormuz. I believe we simply need to keep an open mind.”

Wadephul added. Europeans could consider expanding the EU’s Aspides mission to take a more active part in ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. “It is in Europe’s interest for this vital trade route to function smoothly,. if we can contribute to that, we should be prepared to do so,” he said.

Indonesia welcomes US-Iran deal, urges restraint to 'sustain momentum towards de-escalation'

Indonesia on Monday welcomed the initial peace deal between the US. Iran to end the war, calling on warring parties to “continue exercising restraint.”

“We commend the efforts of all parties. mediators that have constructively contributed to facilitating dialogue and encouraging a peaceful resolution of differences,” said the Indonesian Foreign Ministry on US social media company X.

Jakarta called on all parties to “continue exercising restraint, uphold their commitments,. engage constructively in dialogue to sustain the momentum towards de-escalation.”

The statement came after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced early Monday that the United States. Iran had reached a peace agreement and that a signing ceremony would be held in Switzerland on Friday.

Both Washington and Tehran later confirmed the announcement.

US President Donald Trump said the agreement had been finalised. announced plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift a US naval blockade.

Pakistan has been mediating between the two sides since securing a ceasefire on April 8, weeks after the United States. Israel launched attacks on Iran on February 28.

“Indonesia looks forward to the implementation of this agreement. reaffirms its readiness to support efforts aimed at promoting peace, security, and stability in the region, in accordance with international law and the purposes and principles of the UN Charter,” said the ministry statement from Jakarta.

China urges swift reopening of Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran deal

China on Monday called for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen as soon as possible after the United States. Iran reached an initial peace agreement.

"The Strait of Hormuz is an important strait for international passage," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told reporters in Beijing.

"We hope the strait can resume opening as soon as possible," he said.

Lin also welcomed the agreement reached between Washington and Tehran and praised Pakistan's role in mediating the negotiations.

"China welcomes US. Iran reaching the agreement on text of an initial memorandum of understanding and commends Pakistan's mediation efforts," he said in response to a question from an Anadolu correspondent.

"We hope the documents will be signed as planned. all relevant parties will stay committed to peaceful solutions," he added.

Washington appreciates Turkish president's support for regional de-escalation, says US envoy

US Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack said on Monday that Washington appreciates Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s support for diplomatic efforts. de-escalation in the region.

"We appreciate President Erdogan’s support for diplomacy and regional de-escalation,” he said on US social media platform X.

"Progress is possible when nations choose dialogue, partnership,. a shared commitment to peace and security," he added, quoting a post by Erdogan welcoming the recently announced US-Iran deal.

Egypt, Jordan welcome US-Iran agreement, call it ‘important step’ for regional stability

Egypt. Jordan on Monday hailed a peace agreement between the United States and Iran as “a highly important development” for restoring security and stability in the region.

In a statement, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry voiced hope the agreement will mark “a major turning point” toward strengthening mutual trust, laying new foundations for cooperation. “creating an environment that supports peace and diplomatic efforts to address various regional issues, in a way that reflects positively on security and stability in the Middle East.”

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Cairo said that it had continued diplomatic efforts in recent months, in coordination with its regional. international partners, to end the war and open a new chapter that strengthens regional security and stability.

It renewed its support for peaceful solutions. the settlement of disputes through dialogue and negotiation as “a basic approach for achieving peace and consolidating stability in line with international law and the UN Charter.”

It also voiced hope that ending the war will help refocus international attention on the humanitarian. security conditions in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, and speed up the start of the second phase of Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza.

Jordan’s Foreign Ministry also welcomed the agreement, saying it was an important step toward restoring regional. international security and stability.

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It stressed the importance of reaching a permanent agreement “that consolidates security. stability in the region, takes into account the security interests of countries in the region, and upholds the principles of good neighbourliness, respect for state sovereignty and noninterference in internal affairs.”

Jordan renewed its support for settling disputes through diplomatic means in accordance with international law. the UN Charter, as well as all regional and international efforts aimed at achieving security, stability and prosperity for the peoples of the region and the world.

Key provisions in Iran-US draft memorandum of understanding according to Iranian media

Iranian media published details Monday of a 14-point draft memorandum of understanding between Iran. the US laying out a proposed framework to end the war and move toward a final agreement.

The semi-officialMehr News Agencysaid the draft calls for an immediate. permanent halt to the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, the lifting of the US naval blockade against Iran, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a 60-day negotiation period covering nuclear issues and sanctions relief.

The reported draft comes after Iran said the memorandum of understanding had been finalised. would be formally signed Friday in Geneva.

End of war, US commitments

According toMehr, the draft calls for an immediate and permanent end to the war on all fronts, including Lebanon.

It also includes a US commitment not to interfere in Iran’s internal affairs. to respect the sovereignty of the Islamic Republic.

The draft further requires the US to withdraw its forces from around Iran. refrain from deploying additional troops to the region or imposing new sanctions during the negotiation period.

Hormuz reopening, blockade lifting

The draft provides for the full lifting of the US naval blockade against Iran within 30 days.

It also calls for reopening the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days under Iranian arrangements.

Mehrsaid the draft includes a monitoring mechanism to oversee implementation of the agreement.

Sanctions relief, frozen assets

The draft provides for the suspension of sanctions on Iranian oil sales, petrochemical products. derivatives while granting Tehran full access to the financial proceeds.

It also calls for the release of $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets during the 60-day negotiations period. with half of the amount to be made available to Iran before the start of final talks.

According to the draft reported by Mehr, the final agreement would include the full lifting of US primary. secondary sanctions as well as the termination of relevant UN Security Council and International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors resolutions.

Nuclear talks, Iranian red lines

The draft sets a 60-day negotiation period to reach a final agreement focused on nuclear issues and sanctions relief.

It says Iran would reiterate its commitment under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) not to produce nuclear weapons.

Mehrsaid the final negotiations would focus only on the fate of enriched material. enrichment activities, sanctions relief and the reconstruction of Iran’s economy.

The report added that Iran’s missile program and support for resistance groups were “definitively” excluded from the final negotiation agenda.

Reconstruction plans, final agreement

The draft requires the US and its allies to present reconstruction plans for Iran worth at least $300 billion.

It also says the final agreement would be endorsed through a UN Security Council resolution.

Mehr reported that final negotiations would not begin before half of Iran’s frozen assets are released, sanctions on Iranian oil are suspended. the naval blockade is lifted.

Separately,Tasnim News Agency. citing an informed source, said late changes were introduced to the draft during the final hours of negotiations, including provisions related to administration of the Strait of Hormuz.

The source added that guarantees related to Lebanon’s sovereignty. territorial integrity were also included at the final stage and played a role in Iran not carrying out a planned response to Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs.

Trump said the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping route for ​global oil. gas supplies that Iran has effectively shut down for months, would open on Friday, and that he had ordered the end of the US blockade of Iranian ports.

"Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" Trump wrote, along with "oil will flow on both ends again for the Region,. the World!"

Oil ​prices fell on the news. Brent crude futures fell 4% in early trading on Monday, while US West Texas Intermediate slid more than 4.6%. Stock markets in Asia jumped.

Former Biden administration State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said Trump had made important concessions to Iran to achieve the status quo. existed before he launched the war.

"We have no assurances the nuclear program will ever be addressed, but Iran has shown the world it can take the global economy hostage. get something from the US in return," said Miller.

Thousands of people have been killed, mostly in Iran. Lebanon, ​since US and Israeli forces first attacked Iran on February 28. Iran has struck Israel. Gulf states hosting US bases and has effectively blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up global energy prices. US forces have blocked Iranian ports in response.

Read more:UN Chief condemns new Israeli strikes on Lebanon

The ​Iran war has become a political liability at home for Trump. his fellow Republicans in Congress, with public opinion polls showing Americans deeply frustrated by rising gas prices ahead of November's midterm elections. But Trump has also faced pressure from members of his own party ‌who insist. ⁠Iran's nuclear program must be completely shut down.

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a leading Iran hawk, praised the deal. said he would be "watching closely" the coming negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.

"Under our law, any nuclear deal with Iran will be sent to Congress for review and a vote," he said. "Congratulations to all in getting us to this point."

During his first term. Trump withdrew the US from a 2015 multilateral Iran deal, negotiated by Democratic President Barack Obama, that lifted sanctions on Tehran in exchange for limits on its nuclear program, including international inspections.

Iran responded by ramping up its enrichment of uranium. producing more than 400 kg (around 900 pounds) of material at close to bomb-grade purity. The eventual fate of that uranium is likely to be a key negotiating point during ​the upcoming talks.

'A very difficult guy'

The agreement was sealed despite an ​Israeli strike on Lebanon on Sunday that had blowback ⁠from both Iran and Trump.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has differed with Trump over American demands. Israel curb its military action in Lebanon to allow the United States to reach a deal with Iran.

Israel has said it will retain freedom of operations in Lebanon. while Iran has made a full ceasefire there an important component of its demands.

Trump updated Netanyahu on the progress toward ​a peace deal during a phone call on Sunday. Israel's N12 reported, citing a senior official.

In an interview with theNew York Times, Trump called Netanyahu "a very difficult guy". ​argued the Israeli leader should thank ⁠him for saving Israel from a nuclear-armed Iran.

Leaders outside the Middle East, who have kept a wary eye on the conflict, welcomed the announcement.

In a joint statement, the United Kingdom, Germany, France. Italy said they were prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to "clear, verifiable steps" to limit its nuclear program.

"We are clear. toll-free freedom of navigation must now be restored in the Strait of Hormuz," British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said. "Iran must never have a nuclear weapon."

Before the deal was announced. a senior Iranian official toldReutersthat, ⁠under the terms of ​the draft, the United States would agree to release $25 billion of frozen Iranian assets. The Trump administration has previously said any release of Iranian money ​would only take place once Iran has fulfilled certain conditions under a peace deal.

A US official, also speaking before the announcement, said the agreement would ultimately lead to the dismantling of Iran's nuclear program, with its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to be destroyed. removed. The senior Iranian official said the draft ​deal would allow Iran. which denies seeking a nuclear bomb, to dilute its enriched uranium inside the country.

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