U.S. and Iran Digitally Sign Memorandum to End the War

The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran digitally signed a memorandum of understanding overnight between Wednesday and Thursday, formally ending the war. According to official statements from both sides, the agreement took effect immediately.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman confirmed the signing and said the full text of the memorandum had been sent to the two presidents for approval. He said, “It was agreed that the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States would be signed digitally.” He also warned, “Once this document is approved by the presidents of the two countries, any violation of it will be costly.”

The White House said President Donald Trump signed the memorandum while in Versailles. Trump later confirmed the move publicly, shouting from his vehicle as he left a palace in Paris, “It’s signed.” Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also signed the deal overnight.

The Iranian spokesman said Tehran’s enriched uranium would not be taken out of Iran, calling that unacceptable. He also said the Strait of Hormuz issue belongs only to Iran and Oman, adding that management mechanisms for the strait were largely worked out with Oman. The memorandum contains 14 articles covering an end to military operations, mutual respect for sovereignty, and a timetable for a final agreement within 60 days, along with provisions on economic sanctions and future reconstruction. The deal has triggered strong reactions in Israel and abroad, with critics arguing it reflects major U.S. concessions and is a painful strategic and diplomatic blow to Israel.