US, Iran agree to halt attacks, resume talks to end conflict

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to cease hostilities and will resume talks aimed at resolving the conflict that has disrupted vital shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This de-escalation follows recent tit-for-tat strikes between the two nations, despite a memorandum of understanding signed on June 17.

Under the terms of the earlier MOU, Iran committed to ensuring the safe passage of commercial vessels, while the U.S. agreed to lift its blockade of Iranian ports. "Technical talks are slated to continue on all areas of the MOU," a U.S. official stated, adding, "Both sides will stand down for now and vessels can move freely."

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Technical talks are slated to continue on all areas of the MOU. Both sides will stand down for now and vessels can move freely.

While specific details regarding the timing and location of the upcoming discussions remain undisclosed by officials, sources indicate that talks are scheduled to resume on Tuesday in Doha, Qatar. This development comes after a period of heightened tensions, including U.S. military strikes on Iranian targets early Sunday in response to alleged Iranian aggression against commercial shipping. President Donald Trump had previously reiterated threats of military action should Iranian strikes persist.

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Iran would 'no longer exist' if the US is 'forced' to resume the war.