Framework agreement between USA and Iran: Trump and Pezeshkian sign agreement to end the war

A framework agreement to end the war between the United States and Iran has been signed by both presidents, paving the way for an immediate cessation of hostilities. US President Donald Trump signed the accord Wednesday evening at the Palace of Versailles during a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron. "Just signed," Trump announced as he left the palace.

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Just signed.

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian also digitally signed the document, according to the spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, Esmaeil Baghaei, as reported by the Iranian news agency Irna. A formal signing ceremony was deemed unnecessary.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who mediated the negotiations, confirmed the agreement's immediate effect. He stated on the platform X that Iran would "promptly reopen" the Strait of Hormuz, and the US would lift its naval blockade of Iranian ports without delay.

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The signing of this agreement at the highest level of the respective governments demonstrates the commitment of both sides to a diplomatic resolution of the conflict.

Initial reports suggested the agreement might be signed in Switzerland, with conflicting information regarding the exact location and timing. The US news portal Axios had reported Trump personally signing a copy in Versailles, while Pakistan and co-mediator Qatar were expected to host a formal ceremony in Switzerland on Friday. However, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson indicated no Swiss ceremony would occur, adding that the decision for the presidents to sign was deliberate, given past experiences.

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It was very sad. These are decisions that coaches make, and given our situation at center-back, it was going to be hard to wait for him. It was extremely tough.