Summary
- Iran and the United States are close to finalising a Pakistan-brokered memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at formalising a ceasefire and moving toward a broader peace framework, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said.
- Araghchi said consultations have been reviewed by Iran’s top security bodies, including the Supreme National Security Council, and coordinated with military leadership.
- The foreign minister also said Iran has held consultations with regional partners, including Oman and China, on technical aspects of the framework, particularly maritime security.
Iran and the United States are close to finalising a Pakistan-brokered memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at formalising a ceasefire and moving toward a broader peace framework, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said.
He said the negotiations have reached their final stage after two months of talks facilitated by Pakistan. A 14-point draft framework has been prepared, though it is still subject to final adjustments.
Araghchi said the proposed agreement would formally end hostilities across multiple fronts. It would also establish a commitment by both sides to avoid future conflict and respect each other’s sovereignty.
He added that the MoU envisions a structured diplomatic process. The first phase would include a 60-day negotiation period to work on a comprehensive agreement covering Iran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief. This phase could be extended if progress continues.
According to him, the draft also includes provisions related to reconstruction, economic cooperation, and regional security arrangements. The Strait of Hormuz and issues linked to maritime access are also part of the discussions.
Araghchi said consultations have been reviewed by Iran’s top security bodies, including the Supreme National Security Council, and coordinated with military leadership.
He confirmed that the agreement would be signed digitally. Each side will sign separately before a joint announcement is made.
The foreign minister also said Iran has held consultations with regional partners, including Oman and China, on technical aspects of the framework, particularly maritime security.
While progress has been reported, key differences still remain between the two sides, especially on nuclear enrichment and sanctions relief terms.
If concluded, the agreement would mark a major diplomatic breakthrough between Iran and the United States, with Pakistan playing a key mediating role in the process.
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