US‑Iran Deal: 12 Big Pieces That Could Calm the Middle East

Thu Jun 18 2026 17:27:04 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

A new US‑Iran deal includes 12 points ranging from ending the war to lifting sanctions and reopening key shipping lanes.

A fresh agreement between the United States and Iran lists twelve points that aim to end hostilities, open the Strait of Hormuz, and reduce sanctions. It promises a 60‑day timeframe for final negotiations, a $300bn reconstruction fund, and a zero‑nuclear‑weapon pledge. The deal calls for a phased lift of US naval blockades and the release of frozen assets, while the US will back the removal of economic sanctions. Iran must comply with the plan for sanctions relief, and both sides will monitor compliance. The deal will also reduce tensions in Lebanon and set the stage for a longer‑term partnership.

A brand‑new deal between the United States and Iran was signed at the G7 summit in France. The 14‑point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) spells out 12 major points that could put an end to the current conflict and ease the region’s tension.

Here’s a quick rundown of the key items:

1️⃣ End of all fighting: The US and Iran promise to stop hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon.

2️⃣ Respect for domestic affairs: Both sides commit to not interfere in each other's internal politics.

3️⃣ 60‑day timeline: They aim to finalize a full deal in a maximum 60‑day window, extendable by agreement.

4️⃣ Stop the blockade: The US will lift its naval blockade of Iranian ports and gradually withdraw forces from Iran’s proximity within 30 days.

5️⃣ Open the Strait of Hormuz: Iran commits to allow free and un‑charged passage for commercial vessels right after the MoU is signed.

6️⃣ Reconstruction fund: An agreed plan worth at least $300bn will support economic development in Iran. The US isn’t required to fund it directly.

7️⃣ Ending sanctions: All US‑related sanctions will be dropped once the final deal is reached, with timelines to be set later.

8️⃣ No nuclear weapons: Iran guarantees it will not build or obtain a nuclear weapon, and enriched uranium will be handled under IAEA supervision.

9️⃣ Status quo for nukes: While waiting for a final deal, the US will not impose new nuclear sanctions and will issue waivers for oil and banking services.

🔟 Release of frozen funds: Iran’s blocked assets will be “fully available” once the MoU is in place, with procedures worked out later.

1️⃣1️⃣ Monitoring mechanism: A system will be set up to track both countries’ compliance with the agreement.

1️⃣2️⃣ Final deal & UN resolution: The next stage, involving a final binding agreement, will be backed by a UN Security Council resolution.

The deal is still early and many details will be negotiated. However, it already highlights how both sides hope to restore peace, open trade routes, and avoid another round of sanctions.