US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: The United States and Iran have reportedly taken a major diplomatic step by electronically signing a memorandum of understanding aimed at reducing tensions and ending years of hostility between the two countries, according to a report by AFP citing a US official. According to senior officials and Iranian state media, the agreement was finalised through a digital process and came into effect immediately after signing.
The development marks one of the most significant attempts in recent years to reset relations, focusing on security, nuclear concerns, and economic measures.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: US and Iran Sign MoU Digitally
Officials say the memorandum of understanding was signed electronically by both Washington and Tehran, with Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirming the move during an interview with Iranian state media.
Baghaei said, “the memorandum had been formally signed electronically by both sides.”
The agreement is reportedly titled the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran”, and sets out a roadmap for de-escalation and future negotiations.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: US–Iran Peace Deal Comes into Effect Immediately After Signing Electrically
The United States and Iran have reportedly confirmed that a recently signed memorandum of understanding has now come into effect, marking an immediate shift in military and diplomatic relations between the two countries. According to official statements cited by international media, both sides have begun implementing key provisions of the agreement, including a halt to hostilities and steps toward easing naval restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian officials have said the commitments under the MoU started taking effect immediately after signing, while US sources indicated that the deal is intended to open a structured path toward a full peace agreement within a 60-day negotiation window.
Under the reported framework, both countries are expected to maintain a ceasefire, avoid military escalation, and begin phased diplomatic talks covering nuclear concerns, sanctions relief, and regional security. The agreement also outlines gradual measures such as restoring commercial shipping routes and allowing limited economic and oil trade activities while broader negotiations continue.
Officials on both sides have described the MoU as an interim arrangement designed to stabilise tensions and prevent further conflict while a final, legally binding deal is discussed.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: US Official Reads MoU Transcript to Reporters
- The US and Iran, along with allied parties in the conflict, agree to immediately stop all military operations and avoid any future attacks or threats against each other. The agreement also emphasises respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Both sides commit to non-interference in each other’s internal affairs and aim to resolve disputes through negotiations instead of military action.
- The two countries agree to work toward a final peace deal within 60 days, with the possibility of extension if both sides agree.
- The US reportedly plans to gradually remove its naval blockade and reduce military pressure, with full withdrawal of certain forces expected after a final agreement.
- Iran would ensure safe commercial shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz, allowing vessels to move freely for a limited period while maritime arrangements are discussed with regional states.
- The agreement includes plans for a large-scale economic reconstruction package for Iran, reportedly worth hundreds of billions of dollars, subject to final negotiations and implementation.
- The US would begin a phased lifting of sanctions, including UN-related restrictions and unilateral sanctions, as part of a broader settlement.
- Iran confirms it will not develop or pursue nuclear weapons, while both sides agree to manage enriched nuclear materials under international supervision (IAEA involvement mentioned).
- During the negotiation period, both sides agree to maintain the current status quo, meaning no escalation in nuclear activity or new sanctions or military deployments.
- The US would issue licenses and waivers to allow Iranian oil exports and financial transactions, including banking and shipping services.
- Frozen Iranian assets and funds would be gradually released and made usable, based on agreed procedures during negotiations.
- A joint monitoring mechanism would be created to track implementation and ensure both sides follow the agreement terms.
- Certain key measures would begin immediately after signing, while full negotiations on remaining issues continue toward a final deal.
- The final agreement would be endorsed by a UN Security Council resolution, making it internationally binding.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Strait of Hormuz and Sanctions Relief in Focus
A senior US official briefed reporters that the deal includes steps to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route, while also easing certain restrictions on Iran.
“This is fundamentally an agreement that allows us to open the Strait of Hormuz immediately, commit the Iranians to destroying the nuclear dust, and then gives us a dial where if the Iranians dial up their good behavior, we respond by dialing up the kind of economic and sanctions relief that can make them a more prosperous country,” the official said.
The move is expected to have major implications for global oil trade and regional security.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: 14-Point Framework Outlines Nuclear and Security Talks
The reported 14-point memorandum also lays out a structured path for future negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and broader Middle East security issues. Officials say the agreement is designed as a temporary framework while both sides work toward a more permanent settlement in the coming weeks.
According to officials, the United States has agreed to begin lifting parts of its naval restrictions and allow limited Iranian oil exports while negotiations continue. The deal is being described as a confidence-building measure intended to reduce tensions and create space for long-term diplomatic talks.
