US and Iran reach deal to end conflict, reopen Persian Gulf navigation
Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end a conflict and reopen navigation in the Persian Gulf.
- The deal, confirmed by both nations, is expected to be signed in Geneva on June 19.
- President Donald Trump announced the agreement, authorizing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of the US naval blockade.
The United States and Iran have concluded a significant agreement aimed at ending a recent conflict and restoring maritime passage through the Persian Gulf. The accord, which has been anticipated and previously hinted at by President Donald Trump, was officially confirmed by both countries on Sunday evening.
Following over three months of hostilities and an uncertain ceasefire, coupled with intensive negotiations, the belligerents have finalized a memorandum of understanding. This agreement will permit the resumption of navigation in the Persian Gulf. President Trump announced the breakthrough on his social media platform, Truth Social, stating, "The agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now concluded." He further declared, "Congratulations to all! I hereby authorize without reservation the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and, in parallel, the immediate lifting of the American naval blockade. Ships from all over the world, start your engines. Let the oil flow freely!"
The agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now concluded.
The formal signing of the agreement is scheduled to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, this coming Friday, June 19. Vice President JD Vance is expected to be present, and Trump may also attend the ceremony. The memorandum of understanding also extends the current 60-day truce, during which further negotiations will occur.
Congratulations to all! By the present, I authorize without reservation the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and, in parallel, the immediate lifting of the American naval blockade. Ships from all over the world, start your engines. Let the oil flow freely!
Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.