An Iran–US memorandum currently under discussion aims to end the war across all fronts through security and economic arrangements, without introducing new nuclear commitments at this stage, according to Iran’s official news agency.
The reported draft outlines a comprehensive cease of hostilities while postponing a final nuclear agreement to a later phase.
No New Nuclear Obligations in Initial Phase
According to the Iranian agency, the memorandum does not impose any new nuclear obligations on Tehran.
The report states that Iran’s peaceful nuclear program would remain unchanged under the terms of the understanding, and that Iran would not relinquish its right to uranium enrichment or to manage enriched materials within its territory.
Nuclear negotiations are expected to resume within 60 days of signing the war-ending memorandum. During that period, Iran would commit only to the principle of not developing nuclear weapons, without additional restrictions.
Strait of Hormuz and Frozen Assets
The memorandum reportedly does not include any Iranian commitment to relinquish control over the Strait of Hormuz or alter its status.
Management of maritime arrangements would be coordinated with Oman, without direct US involvement.
Key provisions outlined by the agency include:
– Reopening navigation in the Strait of Hormuz after the war ends.
– Mechanisms for the release of frozen Iranian assets.
– Parallel implementation of economic measures during ongoing negotiations.
US Role in Regional De-escalation
The report also claims that the agreement includes a US commitment to pressure Israel to end military operations in Lebanon.
It emphasizes that the text refers to a complete end of the war rather than an extension of a temporary ceasefire.
Tehran is said to have received guarantees regarding the release of frozen assets under agreed mechanisms tied to the broader understanding.
Trump Rejects Reported Terms
US President Donald Trump denied that the conditions reportedly leaked by Iran reflect what was agreed in writing.
In remarks to the media, Trump said the terms circulated by Iran bear no relation to the actual agreement.
He described the Iranian statements as inaccurate and accused Tehran of lacking good faith in negotiations.
Araghchi: Memorandum Closer Than Ever
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the Islamabad memorandum is closer than ever to completion.
He urged media outlets to refrain from speculation about its contents until the agreement is finalized.
Conclusion:
The reported Iran–US memorandum suggests a framework to end the war through security and economic arrangements, while deferring comprehensive nuclear negotiations. With Washington disputing the leaked details and Tehran signaling progress, the final terms remain subject to ongoing diplomatic engagement.
