US–Iran agreement outlines ceasefire, Hormuz reopening and phased sanctions relief tied to final nuclear settlement.
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Donald Trump and Iranian leadership have signed a landmark agreement aimed at ending the Middle East war, according to officials, with both sides endorsing a framework that includes a $300 billion reconstruction package.
The deal establishes an immediate halt to military operations and sets a 60-day window for negotiations toward a comprehensive final agreement covering nuclear issues, sanctions relief and regional security arrangements.
A central element of the framework is the planned reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route, alongside phased easing of US sanctions and access to Iranian financial assets, subject to compliance milestones.
The agreement also outlines a proposed reconstruction and investment fund worth around $300 billion, to be supported by regional partners and activated only after key conditions in a final deal are met.
Both sides are expected to continue detailed negotiations in Switzerland to resolve outstanding disputes, including Iran’s nuclear programme, verification mechanisms and long-term security guarantees.
Officials say the framework represents a significant de-escalation, but warn that the most difficult issues have been deferred to the next phase of talks.
