Iran Confirms Ceasefire Agreement with U.S., Obligations to Begin June 19

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Iran's government has confirmed the signing of a ceasefire memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States. Following an announcement of an agreement between Pakistan and the U.S., Iran has formalized the end of hostilities and the subsequent negotiation process, marking a transition to the signing and implementation phase of U.S.-Iran relations.

According to reports from AP and Axios, Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, confirmed the agreement with the U.S. on Iranian state television on June 15.

Gharibabadi stated, "An immediate and permanent end to military operations will be announced across various fronts, including Lebanon."

He explained that the MOU text has been finalized, and Iran's obligations will take effect from the official signing date of June 19.

The Deputy Minister also noted that follow-up negotiations for the final agreement will take place over the next 60 days, during which remaining issues such as nuclear matters and sanctions relief are expected to be addressed.

He warned that Iran would take its own measures if the other party violates the agreement.

This agreement was reached with mediation from Pakistan and Qatar. AP reported that Gharibabadi negotiated with a Qatari representative for over 14 hours in Tehran before the agreement was finalized.

Previously, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that an agreement with Iran had been completed, approving the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of the U.S. maritime blockade against Iran. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif also stated that both sides have reached a peace agreement, with an official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.

* This article has been translated by AI.

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