US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end war

United States and Iranian officials have reportedly agreed on a framework to end their conflict, a deal that would also lift U.S. sanctions on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump announced the completion of the deal via his Truth Social platform on Sunday evening.

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The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete.

The announcement followed confirmation from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose nation served as a mediator in the talks. Sharif stated that an agreement had been reached early Monday. The memorandum of understanding is scheduled for formal signing in Switzerland on Friday.

While the full details of the agreement remain undisclosed, initial reports indicate it includes the "immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon." This cessation of hostilities was a significant point of contention, especially given the ongoing exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah, despite calls for a ceasefire.

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The pact provides for the 'immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.'

Iran's Supreme National Security Council confirmed that all military operations and hostilities would cease permanently starting Monday night. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi indicated that a broader agreement, including sanctions relief, would be negotiated during a subsequent 60-day ceasefire period. The future of Iran's nuclear program is also expected to be addressed in these later negotiations. Israel has not yet responded, stating it was not a party to the U.S.-Iran talks.

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All military operations and hostilities on every front, including Lebanon, would cease permanently beginning Monday night.