US-Iran peace agreement to be signed June 19 in Geneva; Pence to attend
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The US and Iran have reached a peace agreement, with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announcing the formal signing ceremony will occur in Geneva on June 19.
- US Vice President Mike Pence plans to attend the signing ceremony.
- The agreement aims for an immediate and permanent cessation of all military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.
A significant breakthrough has been announced in the US-Iran conflict, with both nations reportedly reaching a peace agreement. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed the development, stating that a formal signing ceremony is scheduled for June 19 in Geneva, Switzerland.
US Vice President Mike Pence has indicated his intention to attend the signing. The agreement reportedly calls for an immediate and permanent end to all military operations across all fronts, including those in Lebanon. Sharif expressed gratitude to both the US and Iran for their commitment to resolving the conflict diplomatically and acknowledged Qatar's role in mediating the talks.
I am very pleased to announce that a peace agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran.
Pence, in an interview with Fox News, mentioned that discussions are ongoing regarding the delegation that will attend the signing ceremony, but he personally plans to be present. He also suggested that President Trump might attend as well.
The reported agreement marks a crucial step towards de-escalation after months of intense negotiations. The details of the accord are expected to be fully revealed following the official signing.
I certainly plan to attend, but it is also possible that the President himself will attend.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.