President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States has reached a comprehensive agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran to end the ongoing war between the two nations. The deal, which was confirmed by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who played a key mediating role, includes an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.
Trump made the announcement via social media, declaring, "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." He also stated that the U.S. would lift its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments.
"Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" Trump wrote.
Prime Minister Sharif confirmed the agreement, saying both sides have agreed to terminate all military actions. Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, was quoted by Iranian state media as saying the agreement "was not just a product of diplomacy but also owed to Iran's military achievements.
It is owed to the pure blood of the martyrs we shed in confronting the enemies of the regime." An official signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland. This development marks a significant shift in international relations and is expected to have far-reaching implications for global energy markets and regional stability.
The deal comes after months of intense negotiations, with Pakistan serving as a crucial intermediary. The lifting of the naval blockade is anticipated to allow the free flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially stabilizing oil prices worldwide.
The agreement also includes provisions for the cessation of hostilities in Lebanon, where Iranian-backed forces have been engaged in conflict. The international community has reacted with cautious optimism, though details of the agreement's terms remain to be fully disclosed.
The signing ceremony in Switzerland will be a key moment for both nations to formalize the pact and begin the process of rebuilding diplomatic relations.