Pakistan says US and Iran reach peace deal to end military operations, with June 19 signing

Tehran: The United States naval blockade against Iran will be lifted as of tonight and the immediate and permanent end of the war and military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, is announced, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said early Monday. Blockade lifted and war endsGharibabadi said Iran and the United States will sign the finalised draft of a peace memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Switzerland on June 19, Xinhua News Agency reported, quoting Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency. Iranian Deputy Foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, has confirmed from the Iranian side that the text of the memorandum of understanding has been finalised. “In his attempt to execute his sinister objectives, he suffered heavy defeats across all of his strategic goals, and the… pic.twitter.com/0n90dFf8t7— World Source News (@Worldsource24) June 14, 2026 Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says all of Iran's key positions and major issues have been included in the draft memorandum.“After the official signing, we will definitely publish the text.” pic.twitter.com/1CECJRdBMq— Iranian Force (@MrImranPk) June 15, 2026 Tasnim also cited a source as saying that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen following the signing ceremony in Switzerland. Meanwhile, Iran's state-run IRIB TV, also citing Gharibabadi, said Iran's entry into a 60-day period of negotiations with the United States on its nuclear program and the removal of sanctions will hinge on the US fulfilment of its preliminary commitments, which will be verified by Tehran from now until the signing ceremony.Iran's Tasnim News: The 60-day negotiations will begin after verification of the implementation of American commitments,Gharibabadi, Deputy Foreign Minister:- On Friday, we will have an official signing, and the heads of the two delegations will hold talks to determine the… pic.twitter.com/jBArHZDZDY— World Source News (@Worldsource24) June 14, 2026 MoU signing planned in SwitzerlandEarlier in the day, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on social media platform X that the United States and Iran had reached a peace agreement following intensive negotiations. Sharif said that both sides had declared the "immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon," and that mediators will facilitate a series of meetings this week aimed at preparing for the implementation of the agreement.Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED. Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in…— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) June 14, 2026 Pakistan announces peace dealMinutes later, US President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social that the US-Iran peace deal "is now complete" and he had authorised the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the immediate removal of the US naval blockade against Iranian ports.Trump confirms agreementHowever, Israel's Ma'ariv news site, citing Israeli sources, reported early Monday that in a phone call between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump, Netanyahu made it clear that Israel "does not consider itself committed to the Lebanese clause in the US-Iran agreement." The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that thanks to Israel's attack on Lebanon, Tehran was able to pressure Washington into making certain concessions.It is presumably about the immediate lifting of the US naval blockade on Iran:"Some changes we demanded in the… pic.twitter.com/CkPQhGY6bL— Visioner (@visionergeo) June 14, 2026 Israel questions Lebanon clause#Lebanon is our life and violating the red lines of the Islamic Republic will not be tolerated.#TruePromise#ZionismIsTerrorism pic.twitter.com/egS63mR8MH— Iran In Hyderabad (@IraninHyderabad) June 14, 2026 Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council: The response of the warriors of Islam is aheadThe unity of the fields has created a security chain in defense of the region.Lebanon is our life and violating the red lines of the Islamic Republic will not be… pic.twitter.com/ttIILnRbEK— Iran In Hyderabad (@IraninHyderabad) June 14, 2026 The reaching of the MoU came as somewhat of a surprise, as Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) warned Sunday evening of an imminent response to an earlier Israeli strike on Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. "Lebanon is our lifeblood, and any violation of Iran's red lines will not be tolerated," Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, was quoted by IRIB TV as saying.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

Doha: World leaders on Monday welcomed the peace deal announced between the United States and Iran, describing it as a major diplomatic breakthrough that could help restore stability in West Asia, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and ease economic pressures caused by months of conflict in the region. Global leaders welcome agreementThe agreement, announced by US President Donald Trump and supported by mediators led by Pakistan, drew praise from Qatar, Turkiye, the United Kingdom, Germany and France, with leaders urging all parties to implement the deal fully and pursue lasting peace through dialogue.Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani welcomed the agreement and praised the role played by regional and international actors in facilitating the understanding."We welcome the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran," he said in a post on X, adding that Qatar looked forward to future negotiations being conducted in a "positive and constructive spirit."Statement | Qatar Welcomes the Agreement Reached on the Memorandum of Understanding Between the United States and Iran on Addressing Outstanding IssuesDoha | June 15, 2026The State of Qatar welcomes the agreement reached on the Memorandum of Understanding between the United… pic.twitter.com/wcRXF5Gk4X— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) June 14, 2026 In a separate statement, Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the memorandum as "an important step towards consolidating sustainable peace and promoting economic growth regionally and internationally." The ministry also commended Pakistan and other stakeholders for helping de-escalate tensions and bring the two sides closer together.Turkiye welcomes developmentTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also hailed the development, calling it "an important development for establishing peace and tranquillity in our region.""I sincerely hope that this news, which the entire world has long needed, will pave the way for the establishment of a lasting environment of peace and security in our region," Erdogan said. He also cautioned against provocations and thanked Pakistan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia for supporting diplomatic efforts.ABD ve İran arasında varılan mutabakatı, bölgemizde sulh-u sükûnun hâkim kılınması adına önemli bir gelişme olarak görüyor, memnuniyetle karşılıyorum. Tüm dünyanın uzun süredir ihtiyaç duyduğu bu haberin bölgemizde kalıcı huzur ve güven ortamının tesisine vesile olmasını…— Recep Tayyip Erdoğan (@RTErdogan) June 14, 2026 UK and European responseUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer termed the agreement "a hugely important step forward in ending the war, ensuring regional stability and re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.""I congratulate President Trump and the mediators from Pakistan, Qatar and elsewhere who have contributed to this breakthrough," Starmer said. He stressed the need for full implementation of the memorandum and reiterated that Iran must never obtain a nuclear weapon.My statement on today's agreement between the United States and Iran. pic.twitter.com/taQZufv7ij— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) June 14, 2026 Starmer added that the United Kingdom stood ready to support technical negotiations and maritime security efforts, including mine-clearance operations in coordination with international partners.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also welcomed the agreement, describing it as a diplomatic achievement with significant global implications."I welcome the agreement between the U.S. and Iran and congratulate President Trump and the Iranian side on this diplomatic breakthrough. This can pave the way towards a reinvigorated global economy and a more secure Middle East," Merz said.I welcome the agreement between the U.S. and Iran and congratulate President Trump and the Iranian side on this diplomatic breakthrough. This can pave the way towards a reinvigorated global economy and a more secure Middle East. It is crucial to implement it with determination.— Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz (@bundeskanzler) June 14, 2026 French President Emmanuel Macron called for the rapid implementation of the agreement and emphasised the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions."This agreement must enable the urgent and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz," Macron said, noting that France and the United Kingdom were prepared to support international efforts to restore maritime traffic.Je salue l’accord conclu entre les États-Unis et l’Iran, fruit d’un effort diplomatique auquel ont contribué plusieurs partenaires. J’appelle à sa mise en œuvre rapide et complète par tous les belligérants. Cet accord doit permettre la réouverture urgente et inconditionnelle…— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) June 14, 2026 Macron also said the agreement should lead to broader negotiations addressing Iran's nuclear and ballistic programmes as well as regional security concerns.Trump and mediators confirm dealThe international reaction followed Trump's announcement that the US-Iran deal had been completed."The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!" Trump wrote on Truth Social. "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!"“The Deal with Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com/RdSwyEdEtO— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 14, 2026 Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose government played a key mediating role, announced that the peace agreement had been reached after intensive talks and that both sides had agreed to permanently end military operations, including in Lebanon."The official signing ceremony will be on Friday, 19 June in Switzerland," Sharif said, thanking Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye for their contributions to the diplomatic process.Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED. Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in…— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) June 14, 2026 According to Sharif, mediators will now facilitate a series of pre-implementation meetings before the formal signing, laying the groundwork for technical negotiations and the implementation of the agreement.Outlook on implementationThe deal, expected to be formally signed later this week, is being viewed by many world leaders as a significant opportunity to reduce tensions in West Asia, revive global trade routes and create conditions for long-term regional peace and stability.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

The agreement, which includes ending the attacks in Lebanon, will be signed on June 19, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said.

Recap: US and Iran declare peace accord The United States and Iran say they have reached a peace agreement that will formally end the conflict after more than three months of fighting. Both sides confirmed the text has been finalised, with a signing ceremony expected in Geneva on 19 June. Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, Israeli strikes and Hezbollah activity continued in Lebanon, raising questions about how quickly the agreement can be implemented on the ground. US President Donald Trump announced that the agreement with Iran is complete and said the US naval blockade imposed on Iran would be lifted immediately. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the text of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding has been finalised and is ready for signing. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that a peace agreement has been reached and said the formal signing ceremony is scheduled for 19 June in Switzerland. Trump said the agreement would end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. Iran said the deal would bring an end to fighting on all fronts, including Lebanon. Iran's military said the conflict ended with the United States and Israel having "no choice" but to accept the outcome of the war. Israeli strikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs, killing three people and wounding at least 15 despite progress towards a peace agreement. Trump criticised the Beirut attack, saying it should not have happened while negotiations were nearing completion. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the Beirut strike raised doubts about Washington's ability or willingness to enforce its commitments. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran's leadership had concluded that negotiations should continue and that diplomacy remains the preferred path forward. Reports said US Vice President JD Vance is expected to attend the signing ceremony in Geneva. The UK, France, Germany and Italy signalled readiness to lift sanctions on Iran as part of the emerging post-war settlement.

The United States and Iran agreed a peace deal and an "immediate and permanent" end to military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, mediator Pakistan said, signaling the apparent end to more than three months of war in Middle East. Pakistani Prime Minister Shebhaz Sharif posted on X that a peace deal "has been REACHED" and an official signing ceremony will be held on June 19 in Switzerland. "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," US President Donald Trump swiftly confirmed with his own statement on Sunday, as he marked his 80th birthday. The accord is set to be signed in Switzerland on the 19th of June. It follows weeks of discussions and back and forth attacks from both nations, with Iran threatening as late as Sunday to retaliate for Israel's deadly strikes on Lebanon. 

WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—The United States and Iran agreed a peace deal and an "immediate and permanent" end to military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, mediator Pakistan said, in the strongest sign yet that more than three months of war in Middle East is drawing to a close. Pakistani Prime Minister Shebhaz Sharif posted on X that a peace deal "has been REACHED" and an official signing ceremony will be held on June 19 in Switzerland. "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," US President Donald Trump swiftly confirmed with his own statement on Sunday, as he marked his 80th birthday. "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. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" There was no immediate confirmation from Iran, which just hours earlier had vowed to retaliate against a strike by Israel against Iranian ally Hezbollah in the suburbs of Beirut which threatened to push back an agreement. It had declined Sunday to offer a clear timeline for reaching a peace deal. But later in the day, Pakistan's Sharif made the announcement that a deal had been struck, thanking the US and Iran "for finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict." "Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon," Sharif wrote, adding thanks to leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabi and Turkey for their support in the mediation effort. It was a rollercoaster Sunday, with Trump in the morning angrily blaming Israel for delaying its signing with the airstrike on Beirut, which he said had delayed the agreement. The last time Israel hit the Beirut suburbs, it sparked one of the strongest jolts yet to a ceasefire that has largely held since April, with Iran firing off a retaliatory missile barrage and Israel responding with strikes. Tehran has long demanded that any agreement to halt the war must include the parallel conflict in Lebanon, where Israel has been pursuing a campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah. The war began in late February, with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which retaliated with attacks on Israel and US allies in the region, and by virtually blocking ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and natural gas supplies. The US retaliated to that by blockading ship traffic to Iranian ports.