107 days after the launch of “Operation Epic Fury,” the U.S. and Iran have agreed on an interim “Peace Deal,” declaring the “immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon,” according to the lead mediator between the two nations and prime minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif.
“The official signing ceremony will be on Friday, June 19 [2026] in Switzerland,” Sharif added.
President Trump Confirms Deal
A couple of minutes after Sharif’s announcement, President Donald Trump confirmed the deal on Truth Social.
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade,” President Trump wrote.
In a subsequent post, President Trump unveiled that the maritime chokepoint will be reopened on the same day as the agreement’s signing ceremony “for purposes of mine removal.”
Iran Confirms Its Commitments Will Begin Upon Signing
Iran’s deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, additionally confirmed the agreement on Iran International TV, affirming that the Islamic Republic will not begin implementing the deal until it is signed.
“However, regarding the commitments of the Islamic Republic … and the implementation of the other provisions … this will naturally take place … following the signing of the memorandum. This is another point that we must indeed pay attention to,” Gharibabadi said.
According to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the deal is set to allow 60 days of talks over Iran’s nuclear program. In exchange for stipulations on its nuclear enrichment, Tehran expects the removal of economic sanctions and access to billions of dollars blocked abroad.
Agreement's Fate Falls On Israel-Hezbollah
According to The Associated Press (AP), the agreement’s success partially depends on Israel and Hezbollah’s actions in Lebanon.
Israel Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel plans to stay “indefinitely” in the land it holds in Lebanon, Syria, and the Gaza Strip, threatening to use “great force” if Iran attacks over its recent strikes in Lebanon.
President Trump ridiculed Israel’s recent strike in Beirut that took place a few hours before the U.S. and Iran publicly announced their agreement.
“This morning’s attack on Beirut should not have happened, particularly on a special day when we are so close to a Peace Deal with Iran,” President Trump wrote
President Trump acknowledged Israel’s right to defend itself against threats but asserted that the “attack it was responding to was very small and meaningless, nobody was hurt, injured, or killed, and should not disrupt this important process.”
“There should be no more attacks by Israel anywhere in Lebanon, but there should also be no more attacks by any other party, including Hezbollah, against Israel,” he wrote, ordering all sides to stand down.
“This could be the beginning of a long and beautiful peace — Let’s not blow it!”
