Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon'
BBC News 2026-06-15 20:33:54
Context: The event involves a deal between the US and Iran to end the war, with details to be released soon. The deal was announced during talks between US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 summit.
Key Facts
- US President Donald Trump stated that a preliminary deal to end the war with Iran has already been signed, and details of the agreement will be published "pretty soon".
- The deal includes the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon, and extends a ceasefire for another 60 days.
- Senior US officials said the agreement had been signed electronically by Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
- The Strait of Hormuz will re-open on Friday, the same day the deal is formally inked in Geneva, and technical talks on Iran's nuclear programme are expected to begin this week.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces would remain in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza "as long as necessary" and retain the freedom to act against attacks.