White House Official Says U.S.-Iran Memorandum Signed as Hormuz Reopening Looms
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 15, 2026
What happened
A White House official said the U.S. and Iran have signed a memorandum that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and affect sanctions and nuclear oversight. Vice President J.D. Vance said the deal is digitally signed, with a final public release expected this week and a Friday meeting in Switzerland. Hezbollah praised the agreement, while Israel’s defense minister warned Iran against any attack.
- 01The U.S. says a memorandum with Iran has been signed.
- 02The deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt the U.S. blockade.
- 03Friday talks in Switzerland will include J.D. Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.
- 04Vance said Iran’s nuclear program will be dismantled under U.S. and IAEA oversight.
- 05Hezbollah welcomed the deal, while Israel’s defense minister threatened a forceful response.
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