US President Donald Trump announced that an agreement aimed at ending the war with Iran has been signed. However, the official non-disclosure of the text raises questions about the scope and durability of the arrangement.
Although a ceasefire had been previously established between the two sides, the process remained fragile for a long time. During the ceasefire period, there were mutual attacks and the Strait of Hormuz near Iran’s coast was closed to trade.
Key Points of the Agreement
The new arrangement is officially described as a memorandum of understanding. It is presented as the beginning of talks that could lead to a more lasting peace process.
According to the agreement, the ceasefire is expected to be extended for another 60 days, the Strait of Hormuz reopened to ship traffic, and more detailed negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program initiated. However, since the full content of the text has not been disclosed, the parties appear to interpret the agreement differently.
Iranian state media claim the arrangement will provide billions of dollars in relief from sanctions. US officials, however, say this depends on the steps Iran will take.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that the strait will be reopened without fees as before, while the Iranian side suggests that transit fees may continue. Trump said the text will be made public this week.
The agreement does not fully guarantee that Iran will acquire nuclear weapons. The text only foresees a new negotiation process between Washington and Tehran on nuclear restrictions.
The previous nuclear deal, canceled during Trump’s first term, limited Iran’s uranium enrichment and included monitoring mechanisms. The current framework brings similar issues back to the table.
In the US, the war is reported to have raised gasoline prices, cost taxpayers billions of dollars, and lowered Trump’s public support. Nevertheless, Trump presents the agreement as a success despite unresolved details.
Israel remains outside the process and approaches the agreement cautiously. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the struggle is not over.
The official signing ceremony of the agreement is planned for Friday in Geneva. Following this, new talks are expected to begin on Iran’s nuclear program, US sanctions, and other issues.
