Global Leaders Welcome US-Iran Peace Deal, Strait of Hormuz Reopens

A global sigh of relief is emerging following the peace agreement between the United States and Iran, which officially ceased hostilities after nearly four months of conflict. The accord, reached on Sunday, June 14, 2026, not only halts the US blockade against Iran but also crucially reopens the Strait of Hormuz. This reopening is anticipated to significantly reduce energy prices as oil shipments can once again flow through this critical maritime route.

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The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement that the United States and Iran have reached an immediate and permanent peace agreement, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a framework for further negotiations. This is an important step towards the peaceful resolution of the conflict.

World leaders have broadly welcomed the breakthrough. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, through his spokesperson, expressed his satisfaction, calling the agreement a "significant step towards the peaceful resolution of the conflict." He specifically noted the permanent ceasefire and the framework for further negotiations as positive developments.

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We warmly welcome the announcement of a new memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. We congratulate the United States, the Iranian government, and all parties involved, including Pakistan, Qatar, and all other mediators, on this diplomatic breakthrough.

France, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Italy issued a joint statement on Monday, June 15, 2026, hailing the new memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran as a "diplomatic breakthrough." They congratulated all parties involved, including mediators like Pakistan and Qatar, and urged for swift and comprehensive implementation of the agreement. The leaders emphasized the opportunity to restore regional stability and bolster the global economy.

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It is now crucial that detailed negotiations are concluded and this agreement is implemented quickly and comprehensively. We stand ready to support these efforts.

The European powers stressed the importance of finalizing detailed negotiations and fully implementing the deal. They expressed readiness to support these efforts. A key aspect of the agreement is the urgent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which they described as vital for "unconditional and unrestricted freedom of navigation." The four nations indicated their willingness to contribute through "fully defensive and independent missions" aimed at securing commercial shipping and conducting mine-clearing operations, subject to their respective constitutional requirements.

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Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons.