Iran Says Ceasefire Deal Finalized, Awaiting Implementation for Nuclear Talks

Iran's top diplomat has declared that a tentative ceasefire memorandum of understanding with the United States is in its final stages and has secured approval from the nation's Supreme Leader. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in a televised address that the agreement, if implemented, would conclude conflicts on all fronts, including Lebanon. He added that Iran and the U.S. would issue a joint written statement recognizing each other's sovereignty, a move unprecedented in their 47-year history of strained relations.

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Iran is the winner in the war with the United States.

Araghchi asserted that Iran emerged victorious from its conflict with the U.S., having secured tangible benefits and becoming a stronger nation. Regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, he indicated that the situation would not revert to pre-war conditions. He emphasized that sovereignty over the strait belongs to Iran and Oman, and Iran would guarantee safe passage for vessels, though it would impose a "service fee" for passage.

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The sovereignty of the strait belongs to Iran and Oman, and Iran will guarantee the safe passage of ships passing through the strait.

The minister further clarified that nuclear negotiations with the U.S. are contingent on the implementation of the ceasefire memorandum. He explicitly stated that nuclear talks would not advance unless the proposed interim agreement is enacted. Iran also signaled its refusal to accept the U.S. demand for the overseas export of uranium, a key point in previous nuclear discussions.

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Nuclear negotiations with the United States will proceed after the conclusion of the ceasefire memorandum of understanding.