Live: US and Iran say peace deal reached, signing planned in Geneva

Leaders from Japan, Germany and New Zealand welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it would lead to broader regional stability and progress on Tehran’s nuclear programme.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described the agreement as “a major step” and said she hoped the memorandum of understanding would be implemented steadily, ensuring “free and safe navigation” through the Strait of Hormuz and paving the way for a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz congratulated the leaders of Iran and the United States, saying the agreement could pave the way for a broader diplomatic breakthrough.

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters called for swift implementation of the agreement, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and urged all parties to maintain the momentum.

“While the situation remains fragile, this is a constructive step towards addressing decades-long challenges,” Peters wrote on X.

US Senator Lindsey Graham welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran but expressed concern that Washington and Tehran may not share the same understanding of its terms.

In a post on X, Graham said: “I am somewhat concerned that Iran’s view of the agreement seems different than what the American negotiating team is claiming.”

The Republican senator also argued that any agreement with Iran should be submitted to Congress for scrutiny.

He said the deal should be sent to lawmakers for “a review and a vote”, signalling that questions remain among some members of Congress despite growing support for the diplomatic breakthrough announced by the Trump administration.

I am pleased to hear the memorandum of understanding with Iran to allow the Strait of Hormuz to open has been agreed to. I will be watching closely the ensuing negotiations regarding Iran’s nuclear program and other matters.

I am somewhat concerned that Iran’s view of the… https://t.co/3vSNSOc1mp

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) June 14, 2026

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed the announced agreement between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it would help bring long-term stability to the region.

In a post on X, Erdogan said, “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 urged all parties to exercise restraint ahead of the formal signing of the agreement.

He called on them to “avoid rhetoric, provocations, and actions that could escalate tensions in the period leading up to the signing of the agreement, and to remain vigilant against possible sabotage”.

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

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said the memorandum of understanding with the United States provides for the immediate and permanent suspension of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon, as well as the end of the US naval blockade on Iranian ports.

“Based on the agreements reached, the war and military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, will end immediately and permanently as of tonight,” the council’s secretariat said in a statement.

The statement added that the naval blockade against Iran would end “immediately and completely” and that the memorandum of understanding would be formally signed on 19 June.

Iranian officials said negotiations on a final agreement would begin only after the other party had fulfilled its obligations under the memorandum.

The statement also expressed appreciation for mediation efforts by Pakistan and Qatar, which have played key roles in facilitating talks between Washington and Tehran.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the reported agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as “a critical step” towards resolving the conflict through diplomacy.

In a post on X, Guterres said he “warmly” congratulated both countries for reaching what he called “a peace deal” that provides for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a framework for further negotiations.

“This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the conflict,” Guterres wrote.

His remarks came after US President said the deal with Iran “is now complete”, announcing the end of Washington’s naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s Deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the war and military operations on several fronts, including Lebanon, will end immediately and permanently from tonight.

I warmly congratulate the US & Iran for having reached a peace deal that provides for an immediate & permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a framework for further negotiations. This represents a critical step towards the peaceful settlement of the…

— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) June 14, 2026

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.

Iranian state-affiliated news agency Mehr News Agency reported that a proposed memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran includes provisions for the release of frozen Iranian assets.

According to the report, the document calls for the unfreezing of $24 billion in Iranian funds during a 60-day negotiation period that would begin after the memorandum takes effect.

The report said half of that amount, or $12 billion, would be made available to Iran before the negotiations begin.

The text of the reported 14-point memorandum has not been officially confirmed by either Washington or Tehran, and US officials have previously indicated that any sanctions relief or economic benefits would be linked to Iranian compliance with the terms of a future agreement.

The E4 powers – the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy – say they are prepared to lift sanctions on Iran if Tehran takes steps on its nuclear programme after the US-Iran deal to end the war.

In a joint statement on Sunday, the four countries said they were ready to work with Washington, Tehran and the International Atomic Energy Agency.

"Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon. We stand ready to work with the US, Iran and the IAEA to this end," the leaders said.

AFP is reporting that US Vice-President JD Vance plans to attend the signing of the Iran deal in Geneva on Friday, with President Donald Trump also possibly signing the agreement.

US media outlets had reported in recent days that Vance was the most likely senior official to travel for an in-person signing ceremony, which had been expected to take place in Vienna.

The reports prompted close scrutiny of the vice-president’s movements and the positioning of US aircraft as speculation grew over where and how the deal would be finalised.

Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen after the planned signing of an Iran peace deal on Friday next week, appearing to contradict his earlier claim that the vital waterway would open immediately.

The statement also differs from Iran’s position that the Strait of Hormuz will begin reopening from tonight.

Trump wrote on Truth Social on Sunday that "this Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region."

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated President Donald Trump after he announced a deal with Iran, noting that the declaration came on Trump’s birthday.

G7 leaders will meet in Evian, France, from Monday to discuss the fallout from the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, French President Emmanuel Macron says.

Macron said the talks would cover support for Lebanon, the long-term reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and efforts to reach a wider agreement on Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.

"The objective will be to see the consequences of this agreement, the support for Lebanon, the reopening of Hormuz in the long term, and obviously the conclusion of an agreement on nuclear and ballistic missiles in Iran," Macron said in a video posted on Instagram after arriving in the city on the shores of Lake Geneva.

Macron is hosting Trump and the leaders of Germany, Canada, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom for three days of talks starting Monday.

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the war and military operations on several fronts, including Lebanon, will end immediately and permanently from tonight.

Speaking to Iranian state TV, Gharibabadi said talks on a final agreement would take place over a 60-day period.

He added that Tehran would take its own measures if it saw “breaches from the other side”.

US President Donald Trump says the deal with Iran “is now complete”, announcing the end of Washington’s naval blockade and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

“Congratulations to all!” Trump wrote on Truth Social on Sunday evening, which also happened to be his birthday.

He said he now “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!”

Iranian official media said Tehran had forced the US to accept a peace deal, with an official statement from Iran’s Supreme National Security Council expected shortly.

Fars news agency reported that Iran would regulate marine traffic through the Gulf in coordination with Oman under the emerging ceasefire arrangement.

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Iran cancelled planned missile strikes on Israel after US President Donald Trump intervened, The New York Times reports, citing Iranian officials.

The newspaper said Iranian power circles had debated whether Tehran should retaliate for Israel’s Sunday strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs, known as Dahiyeh.

Some in Iran’s leadership believed a missile attack would serve Israel’s interests by derailing Tehran’s agreement with Washington, the officials reportedly said.