US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have electronically signed a memorandum to extend the ceasefire in the US-Iran conflict. Pakistan, acting as mediator, announced that the 'Islamabad Memorandum' took effect on June 17, 2026.
US officials said the agreement includes Iran reaffirming its commitment not to develop nuclear weapons, ending hostilities on all fronts, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The conflict began on February 28 when the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran, followed by a temporary ceasefire from April 8. The new agreement extends the ceasefire by 60 days, paving the way for further talks on the nuclear program, US sanctions, and the release of frozen assets.
Iran
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran would monitor US compliance 'with no leniency' and would not fulfill commitments if Washington 'evades obligations.' The nuclear program and sanctions relief will be discussed within 60 days, but Tehran's missile program is not on the table.
United States
President Trump signed the interim deal at the Palace of Versailles in France, saying: 'This was not easy.' However, the agreement drew criticism from some Republicans, who called it a waste of billions of dollars and insufficiently limiting Iran's nuclear program. Other lawmakers supported it, with Senator Roger Marshall calling it a 'winning deal.'
China
China's Foreign Ministry welcomed the signing of the interim US-Iran deal, expressing hope that both nations would approach talks 'rationally and pragmatically' and honor their commitments.
Russia
Russia's Foreign Ministry welcomed the ceasefire agreement.
France
French President Emmanuel Macron posted a video of Trump signing the MoU at Versailles, calling it 'an important step in the right direction' that would help lower energy prices and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Hezbollah
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem praised the agreement as a 'great victory,' stating that talks with Israel should focus on 'shared security' and not include disarmament.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi welcomed the deal, saying: 'Now technical work has only just begun' and that a concrete plan regarding Iran's nuclear program is needed.
