U.S. and Iran Near Agreement to End Hostilities

By Jang Suna Posted : May 24, 2026, 15:45 Updated : May 24, 2026, 15:45
Iranian soldiers stand in front of a photo of the new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. [Photo=EPA·Yonhap]
As the U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing an agreement to end hostilities, Iranian state media reported that discussions have taken place regarding mutual restraint from attacks. Preliminary outlines of a potential agreement include a ceasefire extension and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

On May 24, local time, Reuters and Yonhap reported that Iran's FARS news agency stated that a draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the U.S. and Iran includes a commitment from the U.S. and its allies not to attack Iran and its allied forces.

FARS also reported that Iran has promised not to launch any preemptive military attacks against the U.S. and its allies.

Previously, the online media outlet Axios reported that the U.S. and Iran are close to signing an MOU that would extend a ceasefire for 60 days, open the Strait of Hormuz, and resume nuclear negotiations.

According to reports, both countries are discussing further negotiations regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, lifting sanctions against Iran, halting uranium enrichment, disposing of highly enriched uranium, and easing sanctions.

However, neither the U.S. nor Iran has officially announced the details of any related agreements as of yet.




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