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White House : The President signed the MOU while at Versailles

The lifting of Iran's oil sanctions begins today and should continue during the negotiations, according to Iran's MFA Spokesperson -Mehr

Qalibaf: The understanding is based on the principle of reciprocity. If America does not fulfill its commitments, it is impossible for the Islamic Republic of Iran to fulfill itss. Every commitment we accepted in the Memorandum of Understanding is based on the principle of reciprocity. Article 13 was formulated on the same basis, meaning that if America does not fulfill its commitments, we will not take any action. The sought to destabilize and incite discord in our country. Even some friendly countries, in the first twelve and twenty days of the last war, thought that the mission of the Islamic Republic had been completed. But today, the situation has developed to the point that all governments and peoples have witnessed the strength and power of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Our position is clear: if America does not fulfill its commitments, it is impossible for the Islamic Republic of Iran to fulfill itss. Some friends were worried about the possibility of lifting the sanctions after 30 days But thanks be to God, the sanctions were lifted within three days.

Trump endorses Iran having ballistic missiles: "I'm saying that if other countries have them, it's a little unfair for them not to have some"

Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed within the next 48 hours, and we will probably keep the military in the Gulf for a while. If other countries have ballistic missiles, it is somewhat "unfair" that Iran does not have any missiles. Nuclear dust is less important than nuclear non-proliferation.

The US has released the full text of its 14-point "Memorandum of Understanding" with Iran. Key terms include: 1. The US, Iran, and their allies agree to immediately and permanently end military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon 2. The US and Iran agree to respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity and not interfere in each other's internal affairs 3. The US and Iran commit to negotiating and reaching a final deal within 60 days, unless mutually extended 4. The US will begin removing its naval blockade immediately and fully end the blockade within 30 days 5. Iran will use its best efforts to ensure safe passage for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days with no charge 6. The US and regional partners will develop a mutually agreed plan of at least $300 billion for Iran's reconstruction and economic development 7. The US will work toward terminating all types of sanctions against Iran, including UN, IAEA, primary, and secondary sanctions 8. Iran reaffirms that it will not procure or develop nuclear weapons and agrees to address its enriched material stockpile under IAEA supervision 9. Until a final deal is reached, Iran will maintain the current status quo of its nuclear program, while the US will impose no new sanctions and deploy no additional forces 10. The US Treasury will issue waivers for Iranian crude oil, petroleum products, derivatives, and associated banking, insurance, and transportation services 11. The US will make frozen or restricted Iranian funds and assets fully available for use 12. The US and Iran will establish an executive mechanism to monitor implementation of the MOU and future compliance with the final deal 13. After signing the MOU and implementing key ceasefire, blockade, shipping, oil waiver, and asset-release provisions, the US and Iran will begin final deal negotiations 14. The final deal will be endorsed by a binding UN Security Council resolution The memorandum will trigger a 60-day window to negotiate a final deal

The US and Iran are considering signing the agreement remotely within the next few hours The US, Iran, and the mediating countries are considering holding the signing ceremony for the memorandum of understanding remotely within the next few hours, instead of the face-to-face meeting that was planned for Friday. If this move goes ahead, the agreement will be signed electronically, the clauses concerning the Strait of Hormuz will come into immediate effect, and the United States may publish the full text of the agreement to the public. A senior diplomatic official explained the pressure to expedite the move and noted that both sides want to open the strategic strait as soon as possible.

Macron, in response to a question from an Al-Arabiya TV correspondent: The enriched uranium issue cannot be left unresolved and must be resolved within 60 days.

Swiss government: Qatar, Pakistan to attend US-Iran MOU signing

Trump: The memorandum of understanding with Iran does not include immediate sanctions relief, but we will discuss the matter later.

Trump: The memorandum of understanding with Iran is not final, and if I don't like the agreement, we will return to bombing.

Tanker Trackers: According to AIS data which we corroborated yesterday (2026-06-15) by satellite imagery, at least two National Iranian Tanker Company (NITC) VLCC supertankers named DIONA (9569695) and HERO2 (9362073) have exited the US Navy blockade perimeter carrying a combined total of 3.8 million barrels of Iranian crude oil between them. These are Iran's first crude oil exports in two months. We can also see that NITC's STREAM (9569633) is approaching the blockade line from the EEZ of Pakistan; where she spent the past 7 weeks waiting to enter Iran.

A security source told Al-Arabiya that a drone targeted the headquarters of the Iranian Democratic opposition party near Erbil.

Channel 12 has released the MOU between the US and Iran 1. Iran, the US and their allies will cease hostilities, including in Lebanon 2. Iran reiterates its commitment not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons 3. US and Iran pledge to resolve issue of disposal of enriched uranium stockpile 4. US and Iran to discuss enrichment issue and Iran's nuclear needs 5. Iran will maintain status quo on its nuclear program as long as negotiations continue 6. The US will lift the naval blockade, not impose new sanctions, and will not increase forces in the region during the negotiations. 7. Iran will make the necessary arrangements to ensure safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, free of charge, for 60 days. 8. US pledges to make frozen Iranian assets available for use with implementation of MoU 9. If a final agreement is reached, the US will withdraw its forces within 30 days and lift all sanctions on Iran. 10. Any final agreement will include a plan to establish a $300 billion fund for Iran's reconstruction. 11. US to give Iran temporary sanctions waivers to sell oil during negotiations 12. Negotiations will be held between Iran and Oman with the participation of Gulf policy to define "arrangements regarding shipping and maritime services"

Iran announces the execution of two people accused of leading protests earlier this year.

A report quoting the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: The nuclear issues to be discussed in the next phase of talks include uranium enrichment, the nuclear stockpile, and Iran's nuclear needs.

Araghchi: We consider Washington and Israel to be one party to the memorandum of understanding, while Iran and Hezbollah represent the other party.

Araghchi: Any Israeli attack on Lebanon or occupation of Lebanese territory will be considered a violation of the agreement with Washington.

Araghchi: Ending the war in Lebanon is an integral part of ending the war in Iran and includes Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese territory.

Iranian military spokesman: We will strengthen our defense capabilities during the agreement period with America and maintain a higher level of readiness than before.

Netanyahu: "Iran was racing towards nuclear weapons, if we hadn't acted, you would all be in danger of mass death"

Netanyahu: Our battle is not over yet

Netanyahu: We caused enormous damage to Iran's economy, some estimate it at a trillion dollars

Iranian Foreign Ministry: Araqchi briefed the Lebanese President and Speaker of Parliament on the terms of the memorandum of understanding, particularly those related to Lebanon.

Israeli Channel 13, citing a source: There is an agreement between Tel Aviv and Washington that there will be no complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon.

Trump on Ukraine: Maybe we can do something on Ukraine. I think both Putin and Zelensky are open to it. Now that Iran is finished, we're going to be focusing on that

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU will not lift sanctions against Iran until it changes its behavior

Avigdor Liberman warns Israel must reject any US linkage between the Iran ceasefire and Lebanon conflict, saying Israel should act independently. He calls for readiness to strike Hezbollah and Iran, including possible retaliation against Iranian energy infrastructure if attacked

Macron: Iran's uranium capabilities should be disabled under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Following the announcement of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, U.S. President Donald J. Trump left for France a few hours ago to participate in the G7 Summit at the resort, Evian-les-Bains. A number of leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron have voiced their desire for the G7 framework to do all they can to maintain a tenable peace and ensure the Strait of Hormuz stays open