US President Donald Trump has announced that the agreement between the United States and Iran is now complete, and he has ordered the removal of the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, according to local news reports published on June 15, 2026.
Details of the Agreement
According to Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the United States and Iran have reached an agreement declaring a permanent cessation of military operations. The two nations are expected to meet for the formal signing of the agreement on June 19 in Switzerland, as reported by CBS News.
Trump's Statement
In a statement posted on social media, Trump said the deal with Iran is complete. He added that he has authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the blockade by the United States Navy.
Despite this, the full details of the agreement have not yet been released. According to Sharif, the agreement includes a halt to military operations in Lebanon. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel will not withdraw its troops from Lebanon and that they are not obligated to comply with parts of the agreement that pertain to the country.
Next Steps
Sharif noted that with the agreement in place, mediators will hold a series of meetings to prepare for technical discussions and the official signing. He thanked the leadership of Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar for their significant contributions to the negotiations.
Meanwhile, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said that the text of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran is finalized and will be signed in Switzerland.
