US President Donald Trump may release details of a preliminary peace agreement with Iran before its formal signing ceremony on Friday, according to Vice-President JD Vance.
The announcement comes after Trump stated that the agreement had already been signed electronically by representatives of both countries.
Deal Sets Framework for Future Talks
Speaking to US media outlets, Vance described the memorandum of understanding (MOU) as a short and broad document that establishes a framework for future negotiations.
He said many of the finer details would be resolved during upcoming technical discussions between the two sides.
“On a number of issues, we are going to have to figure this stuff out during the technical negotiation phase,” Vance said.
However, he noted that the agreement outlines key commitments that both countries are expected to follow.
Nuclear Commitments Included
According to Vance, one of the central elements of the agreement is Iran’s commitment not to develop a nuclear weapon.
He also said international inspectors would be allowed back into Iran as part of the arrangement.
“One of the core parts of the agreement is that the International Atomic Energy Agency and the United States are going to help Iran destroy the highly enriched stockpile,” he said.
Technical talks on Iran’s nuclear programme are expected to begin this week.
US officials added that any sanctions relief or release of frozen Iranian assets would depend on Tehran meeting its obligations under the agreement.
Strait of Hormuz to Reopen
Senior US officials have indicated that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen on Friday, the same day the agreement is expected to be formally signed in Geneva.
The strategic waterway has remained largely disrupted during the conflict and is a critical route for global oil and gas shipments.
Trump recently welcomed the breakthrough and suggested details of the agreement could be made public soon.
Vance later said the President may decide to release the document before Friday’s signing ceremony.
New Round of Negotiations Planned
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi confirmed that a new round of negotiations aimed at securing a final peace agreement will begin in Switzerland on Friday.
The current deal is expected to extend the ceasefire between the parties for another 60 days while discussions continue.
Pakistan, which helped mediate the talks, announced the breakthrough on Sunday and described it as a major step toward ending military operations across multiple fronts.
Regional Concerns Remain
Despite the progress, tensions remain in parts of the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted that Israel will continue acting against security threats and maintain military positions in key areas for as long as necessary.
Meanwhile, Iran has warned that any further Israeli military action in Lebanon could be viewed as a violation of the interim agreement.
Iranian officials have also stressed that deep mistrust of the United States remains, describing the agreement as an initial step toward reducing tensions rather than a final settlement.
Nevertheless, leaders across the region have welcomed the development and expressed hope that the agreement will lead to a lasting reduction in hostilities and greater stability in the Middle East.
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