The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States has now been formally signed by the presidents of both countries, with the text finalized and the agreement officially in effect, Iran‘s Foreign Ministry spokesman announced on Wednesday.
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Trump signed hard copy of US-Iran agreement during dinner at the Palace of Versailles
A different senior US administration official said earlier this week that Trump and Vice President JD Vance had previously both virtually signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, and Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf signed the document virtually for the Iranian side.
But a US official said Wednesday that Trump has now signed a hard copy, and also suggested he had not signed digitally before, but rather, “witnessed” the signing by Vance.
US says Iran memorandum of understanding signed digitally: Report
The US and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending their nearly four-month war, senior US officials say, Reuters reported.
One US official said President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf had signed the document.
US-Iran Peace Deal signing in Geneva to be hosted by Pakistan, says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD – Arch-rivals US and Iran agreed to end more than 100 days of war, as both sides agreed on Peace agreement which includes Lebanon. Amid hope for peace, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the South Asian naiton will host the signing ceremony of an agreement between the United States and Iran, which is expected to formally take place in Geneva on June 19.
The agreement, reached after more than three months of reported hostilities, is aimed at ending military operations, including those involving Lebanon, according to the prime minister.prime mi
Qatari delegation in Tehran to push US–Iran peace deal amid resistance
TEHRAN – A Qatari delegation has reportedly arrived in Tehran amid high-level diplomatic activity linked to ongoing efforts for “message exchange” between the US and Iran, as Tehran shows resistance over signing date.
The visiting delegation is headed by advisor to Qatar’s Foreign Minister. The visit is said to aim at continuing indirect communication and transmission of messages between Tehran and Washington. This is second visit by the Qatari delegation to Tehran within just a few days amid intensified behind-the-scenes diplomacy.
A potential peace agreement between Iran and US could be signed digitally as early as today.
Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz after US ceasefire
(5:43 pm / Pakistan timezone)
After the United States announced a ceasefire, Iran has confirmed it will reopen the Strait of Hormuz for all vessels for a period of two weeks.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking on behalf of the Supreme National Security Council, thanked Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for their active role in facilitating the ceasefire and easing regional tensions.
The situation in the Middle East – Security Council, 10130th meeting
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Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
The draft resolution prepared by Bahrain and supported by the United States received 11 votes in favor, two against and two abstentions.
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In 2011, NATO obtained the green light to intervene in Libya when Russia abstained from a vote. Moscow later fumed that this had led to the fall of Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi.
We had said that the Islamic Republic of Iran does not forget his friends.The first Malaysian ship passed through the Strait of Hormuz
Kami telah mengatakan bahawa Republik Islam Iran tidak akan melupakan rakan-rakannya.Kapal Malaysia yang pertama yang telah melalui Selat Hormuz
Here Are The Countries’ Ships Allowed Through Iran’s Strait Of Hormuz
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Below are other „friendly“ nations to Iran whose vessels are allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
Non-hostile vessels, including those belonging to or associated with other States, may—provided that they neither participate in nor support acts of aggression against Iran and fully comply with the declared safety and security regulations—benefit from safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with the competent Iranian authorities.
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Loke: Iranian government assures safe passage, no tolls for Malaysian ships in Strait of Hormuz
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said Malaysia has received assurances from Iran that its vessels will be able to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz, following concerns raised over recent developments in the region.
He also clarified that Malaysian vessels will not be subject to any tolls when passing through the strait.
China expresses ‘gratitude’ after three ships transit Strait of Hormuz
“Following coordination with relevant parties, three Chinese vessels recently transited the Strait of Hormuz,” foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a press conference.
“We express our gratitude to the relevant parties for the assistance provided,” she said.
Iran opens Strait of Hormuz for 20 More Pakistani Ships
Deputy premier described Iran’s decision as “welcome, constructive, and a precursor to peace in the region.” He stressed that this move will help bring stability to the region, calling Iran’s announcement a meaningful step toward peace that will strengthen joint diplomatic efforts.
Two Thai ships cleared through Hormuz; fate of 3 crew remains unknown
Iranian and Omani teams have reached the Thai-flagged vessel Mayuree Naree, hit by an Iranian projectile earlier this month near the Strait of Hormuz, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said yesterday.
Further information is being verified, and it is hoped that three missing crew are safe, he added.
Meanwhile, Iran has agreed to Thailand’s request to allow two Thai vessels, one belonging to Bangchak and another to SCG Chemicals, to transit the strait.
Anwar confirms Iran granting safe passage for Malaysian oil tankers through Hormuz strait
Iran is letting Malaysian tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iranian, Turkish and other regional leaders, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday.
Speaking on national television, Anwar said he spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, as well as Egyptian and Turkish counterparts and other leaders in the Gulf region.
Gov‘t Communicating with Iran after Tehran Suggests Allowing Strait of Hormuz Passage
An official from Seoul‘s foreign ministry said on Saturday that the government is keeping tabs on the situation in the Middle East and seeking ways to protect South Koreans in the region.
The official said Seoul is working to secure safety in the country‘s energy shipping route as it engages in multilateral communication with involved parties, including Iran.
Iran prepared to let Japanese ships transit Hormuz, FM says
Tehran is prepared to allow Japanese-related ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway through which 93% of Japan’s imported crude oil flows, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said in an interview.
Discussions with Japan on the matter have already begun, according to a transcript of Araghchi’s interview with Kyodo News posted to his Telegram account Saturday.
Charter Chapter VII: Action with respect to threats to the peace, breaches of the peace and acts of aggression
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Should the Security Council consider that measures provided for in Article 41 would be inadequate or have proved to be inadequate, it may take such action by air, sea, or land forces as may be necessary to maintain or restore international peace and security. Such action may include demonstrations, blockade, and other operations by air, sea, or land forces of members of the Renewed United Nations, when peaceful solutions to the conflict, leading to freedom, personal responsibility, self-determination, increased prosperity and further implemenations of fundamental rights and freedoms for the population of the territory are simultaneously proposed or put into effect.
U.S. Waives Shipping Regulation to Ease Fuel, Fertilizer Deliveries
The waiver, a rare exception to the century-old law, underscores the administration’s urgent response to a crisis that has sent gasoline prices sharply higher and disrupted critical fertilizer supplies for U.S. farmers.
Traffic is trickling through Strait of Hormuz: Who’s moving and who’s stranded
While Iran has kept a tight grip on the strait, a small number of other ships have made the crossing under varying circumstances, signaling that Tehran is selectively letting through some non-Iranian oil cargo in negotiated safe voyages, according to maritime analysts.
Here’s a look at some of the countries that have had their vessels go through the critical energy route since the war began.
Strait of Hormuz: Which countries’ ships has Iran allowed safe passage to?
Here is what we know about which countries’ ships are being allowed to pass through the strait and which nations are reported to be negotiating for safe passage.
Iran after permanent end to war, will soon celebrate victory: Araghchi
Addressing the Islamic Republic’s closure of the strategic Hormuz Strait, an indispensable conduit for global energy consignments, he said the waterway remains open except to Iran’s enemies and those who have resorted to “cowardly aggression” against the nation and their allies.
Non-Iran tanker transits Hormuz with transponder on
„The Aframax tanker Karachi, carrying Abu Dhabi‘s Das crude, has become the first non-Iranian cargo to transit the chokepoint while broadcasting its AIS signal, suggesting that select shipments may be receiving negotiated safe passage,“ Marine Traffic said in a statement.