[[{"content_id":418497,"content_number":0,"portal_id":2,"lang_id":"en","content_title":"Iran, US presidents sign Islamabad MoU digitally as war-ending deal finalized: FM spox","content_rtitr":"","content_short_title":null,"content_summary":"The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States has now been formally signed by the presidents of both countries, with the text finalized and the agreement officially in effect, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman announced on Wednesday.","content_summary_fill":1,"content_body":"&quot;The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was agreed to be signed digitally,&quot; Baghaei said. &quot;No signing ceremony will be held in Switzerland,&rdquo; Esmaeil Baghaei told the IRIB&rsquo;s News Network.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe spokesman explained that the decision to have the agreement signed by the highest-ranking officials of both countries was intentional, given past experiences.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;When the text is signed by the highest authorities of both countries, violating it will naturally carry greater costs. Given our past experiences, we preferred that this happen,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that the Iranian negotiating team&#39;s presence in Geneva was still under discussion, but the signing itself had been conducted digitally.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;The text of the Iran-US memorandum of understanding is now officially finalized because both parties have signed it,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe spokesman explained that the delay between finalization of the MoU on Sunday and its publication on Wednesday was due to standard diplomatic procedures and the importance of coordinating with mediators.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;In every diplomatic process, there are procedures that the relevant parties try to adhere to. The mediators&#39; views are also important so that they can bring this process to the desired conclusion,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUS President Donald Trump criticizes Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu after his regime continues attacks on Lebanon in violation of the recent MoU between Iran and the United States.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe noted that the parties had agreed not to publish the text until it was finalized. However, he stressed that Iranian officials had already disclosed the broad outlines of the agreement.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;If we review the text now, we will see that there was nothing left unsaid during this period. We had expressed all the issues more or less. We may not have gone into details on some points, but regarding the overall issues, we had mentioned all of them,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDeal implementation harder than signing\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe spokesman warned that implementing the ceasefire agreement with the United States will be more difficult than signing it, stressing that Tehran has not forgotten the lessons of the war and will carefully monitor US compliance.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei said that Iran&#39;s diplomatic apparatus, backed by the full support of the people, had secured a text that serves the country&#39;s interests.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;The fact that we have signed an agreement to end the war at this stage does not mean we have forgotten the past or abandoned the costly lessons we have learned,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Our work is now harder than before, because implementing international agreements is always much more difficult than drafting them, especially with parties that are not committed to their obligations.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe stressed that from now on, Iran must ensure that the other side is compelled to adhere to its commitments.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&#39;If US falters, we will falter too&#39;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei made clear that Iran will not hesitate to respond if Washington fails to implement its obligations.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;If the Americans falter in implementing their commitments, we will falter too. It is not the case that we will fulfill our commitments while the other side evades its obligations,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that Iran will monitor US implementation &quot;without any leniency&quot; and will only carry out its own commitments once the other side fulfills its promises.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMissiles for firing, not negotiation\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei explained that Iran&#39;s wise decision was to postpone nuclear negotiations to a later stage, focusing first on ending the war.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;It was decided that we would not negotiate on the nuclear issue at this stage. The focus was on ending the war, and we did that,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;From the moment the MoU comes into effect, which is now, we will have 60 days to negotiate on the nuclear issue and sanctions. If talks reach a conclusion earlier, that is better. But given the complexity of the issue, the 60-day timeframe is reasonable, and if necessary, it can be extended.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that the MoU specifies that negotiations will only cover the nuclear issue and sanctions removal.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei stressed that Iran&#39;s missile capabilities are not a subject for discussion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Our missiles do not like anyone talking about them. Iran&#39;s missiles are only for firing, not for negotiation. Iran&#39;s defense capabilities will not be discussed in any process with any party,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLebanon&rsquo;s importance to Iran\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei emphasized that Iran has never abandoned its allies, and that a ceasefire in Lebanon was as important to Tehran as the end of the war on Iran.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;The Islamic Republic has shown that it does not abandon its friends under any circumstances. For us, the ceasefire and end of war in Lebanon were as important as in Iran. In the first article of the MoU, Lebanon is mentioned three times. Respect for Lebanon&#39;s territorial integrity and national sovereignty is included,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe warned that if Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, this will constitute a violation of US commitments under the MoU.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;We do not separate the US and the Zionist regime, but their differences in methods and approaches are evident. The Zionist regime does not want to give any opportunity to any diplomatic process. But it is the US&#39;s responsibility to compel the Zionist regime to respect US commitments to Iran,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUS blockade lifted after Beirut strike\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei said the original agreement provided for the blockade to be lifted within 30 days, but this was accelerated after Israel&#39;s Sunday attack on Beirut&#39;s southern suburbs and Iran&#39;s subsequent threats.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Following developments related to the Zionist regime&#39;s attack on Dahiyeh and the serious threats made by Iran, urgent talks were held and it was agreed that the US would implement its commitments immediately,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Our monitoring shows that our ships have entered and exited ports without any problems, and this commitment [to lift the blockade] has begun. Our commitments will begin after the signing of this document.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNuclear material will not leave Iran\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei reiterated Iran&#39;s red line on its enriched uranium stockpile.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;We have said from the beginning that enriched nuclear material will not be transferred out of Iran. Dilution of enriched material is not a new option. It has now been introduced as an option to close the door on other possibilities,&rdquo; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&ldquo;The unacceptable option for us is the transfer of enriched nuclear material abroad,&quot; Baghaei added.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNuclear talks after war ends\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei explained that Iran&#39;s wise decision was to postpone nuclear negotiations to a later stage, focusing first on ending the war.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;It was decided that we would not negotiate on the nuclear issue at this stage. The focus was on ending the war, and we did that,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;From the moment the MoU comes into effect, which is now, we will have 60 days to negotiate on the nuclear issue and sanctions. If talks reach a conclusion earlier, that is better. But given the complexity of the issue, the 60-day timeframe is reasonable, and if necessary, it can be extended.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that the MoU specifies that negotiations will only cover the nuclear issue and sanctions removal.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOil sanctions lifted starting today\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei confirmed that the lifting of oil sanctions has already begun.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Iran&#39;s oil sanctions must be lifted, not on paper, but with all its requirements. Iran must be able to sell its oil, with transport and insurance facing no problems, and it must receive the proceeds from oil sales. The lifting of Iran&#39;s oil sanctions starts today and will continue during the negotiations,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that in parallel with the MoU, Tehran also negotiated separately on the release of frozen assets, reconstruction of damages, and the lifting of oil sanctions.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHormuz management coordinated with Oman\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe spokesman confirmed that Iran is finalizing a new management mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz, with coordination with Oman well advanced.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;Iran will charge fees for services in the Strait of Hormuz. This mechanism and arrangements for managing the strait are being drafted. We began consultations with Oman long ago and have spoken with some other countries,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIran&rsquo;s FM outlined details of the memorandum of understanding with the US, saying a new round of talks with Washington will begin a day after the MoU is signed.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollow: https:\/\/t.co\/Kl2Pka5XU9 pic.twitter.com\/DKdDWygLkY\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&mdash; Highlights (@highlightsnews1) June 16, 2026\r\n\r\n&quot;The management mechanisms for the Strait of Hormuz have largely been finalized with Oman. Safe transit will be ensured while preserving the sovereignty and authority of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the strait.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe added that only Iran and Oman are the two coastal states of the strait.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPursuing justice for war crimes\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBaghaei said Iran would continue to document and pursue the crimes committed against its people during the war.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;We will not miss any opportunity to document, pursue and explain the crimes committed against the Iranian nation. We will use every mechanism, institution and international opportunity to secure our rights. These are outside the MoU,&quot; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&#39;Iran is a wounded lion, but still a lion&#39;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn a closing statement, Baghaei declared that the war has only strengthened Iran.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&quot;The enemies have hurt us; they took noble lives from us and wounded Iran. But a wounded lion is still a lion,&rdquo; he said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&ldquo;The war they imposed did not bring us to our knees, it made us more powerful, both in the military arena and in diplomacy,&quot; Baghaei said.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe spokesman stressed that Iran&#39;s superpower status is not an illusion.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&ldquo;We defeated two nuclear powers, along with other countries that supported them. We do not just give slogans, we truly are a superpower.&quot;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was finalized on Sunday, following months of intensive negotiations mediated by Pakistan, with support from other regional countries.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnder the agreement, the war and all military operations, including in Lebanon, have ended immediately, and the US naval blockade against Iran has been lifted.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe MoU also provides for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA 60‑day verification and negotiation period will follow, during which the parties will address outstanding issues, including the lifting of all sanctions, the nuclear file, reconstruction and economic development, and a monitoring mechanism for implementation.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIran has emphasized that the agreement was built on &quot;active distrust&quot; of the United States and that Tehran will monitor US compliance closely.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIranian officials have described the MoU as a product of military achievements and the sacrifices of the Iranian people, rather than diplomacy alone.","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was agreed to be signed digitally,&quot; Baghaei said. &quot;No signing ceremony will be held in Switzerland,&rdquo; Esmaeil Baghaei told the IRIB&rsquo;s News Network.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The spokesman explained that the decision to have the agreement signed by the highest-ranking officials of both countries was intentional, given past experiences.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;When the text is signed by the highest authorities of both countries, violating it will naturally carry greater costs. Given our past experiences, we preferred that this happen,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that the Iranian negotiating team&#39;s presence in Geneva was still under discussion, but the signing itself had been conducted digitally.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The text of the Iran-US memorandum of understanding is now officially finalized because both parties have signed it,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The spokesman explained that the delay between finalization of the MoU on Sunday and its publication on Wednesday was due to standard diplomatic procedures and the importance of coordinating with mediators.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;In every diplomatic process, there are procedures that the relevant parties try to adhere to. The mediators&#39; views are also important so that they can bring this process to the desired conclusion,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">US President Donald Trump criticizes Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu after his regime continues attacks on Lebanon in violation of the recent MoU between Iran and the United States.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He noted that the parties had agreed not to publish the text until it was finalized. However, he stressed that Iranian officials had already disclosed the broad outlines of the agreement.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;If we review the text now, we will see that there was nothing left unsaid during this period. We had expressed all the issues more or less. We may not have gone into details on some points, but regarding the overall issues, we had mentioned all of them,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Deal implementation harder than signing<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The spokesman warned that implementing the ceasefire agreement with the United States will be more difficult than signing it, stressing that Tehran has not forgotten the lessons of the war and will carefully monitor US compliance.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei said that Iran&#39;s diplomatic apparatus, backed by the full support of the people, had secured a text that serves the country&#39;s interests.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The fact that we have signed an agreement to end the war at this stage does not mean we have forgotten the past or abandoned the costly lessons we have learned,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Our work is now harder than before, because implementing international agreements is always much more difficult than drafting them, especially with parties that are not committed to their obligations.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He stressed that from now on, Iran must ensure that the other side is compelled to adhere to its commitments.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&#39;If US falters, we will falter too&#39;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei made clear that Iran will not hesitate to respond if Washington fails to implement its obligations.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;If the Americans falter in implementing their commitments, we will falter too. It is not the case that we will fulfill our commitments while the other side evades its obligations,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that Iran will monitor US implementation &quot;without any leniency&quot; and will only carry out its own commitments once the other side fulfills its promises.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Missiles for firing, not negotiation<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei explained that Iran&#39;s wise decision was to postpone nuclear negotiations to a later stage, focusing first on ending the war.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;It was decided that we would not negotiate on the nuclear issue at this stage. The focus was on ending the war, and we did that,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;From the moment the MoU comes into effect, which is now, we will have 60 days to negotiate on the nuclear issue and sanctions. If talks reach a conclusion earlier, that is better. But given the complexity of the issue, the 60-day timeframe is reasonable, and if necessary, it can be extended.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that the MoU specifies that negotiations will only cover the nuclear issue and sanctions removal.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei stressed that Iran&#39;s missile capabilities are not a subject for discussion.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Our missiles do not like anyone talking about them. Iran&#39;s missiles are only for firing, not for negotiation. Iran&#39;s defense capabilities will not be discussed in any process with any party,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Lebanon&rsquo;s importance to Iran<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei emphasized that Iran has never abandoned its allies, and that a ceasefire in Lebanon was as important to Tehran as the end of the war on Iran.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The Islamic Republic has shown that it does not abandon its friends under any circumstances. For us, the ceasefire and end of war in Lebanon were as important as in Iran. In the first article of the MoU, Lebanon is mentioned three times. Respect for Lebanon&#39;s territorial integrity and national sovereignty is included,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He warned that if Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, this will constitute a violation of US commitments under the MoU.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;We do not separate the US and the Zionist regime, but their differences in methods and approaches are evident. The Zionist regime does not want to give any opportunity to any diplomatic process. But it is the US&#39;s responsibility to compel the Zionist regime to respect US commitments to Iran,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">US blockade lifted after Beirut strike<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei said the original agreement provided for the blockade to be lifted within 30 days, but this was accelerated after Israel&#39;s Sunday attack on Beirut&#39;s southern suburbs and Iran&#39;s subsequent threats.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Following developments related to the Zionist regime&#39;s attack on Dahiyeh and the serious threats made by Iran, urgent talks were held and it was agreed that the US would implement its commitments immediately,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Our monitoring shows that our ships have entered and exited ports without any problems, and this commitment [to lift the blockade] has begun. Our commitments will begin after the signing of this document.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Nuclear material will not leave Iran<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei reiterated Iran&#39;s red line on its enriched uranium stockpile.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;We have said from the beginning that enriched nuclear material will not be transferred out of Iran. Dilution of enriched material is not a new option. It has now been introduced as an option to close the door on other possibilities,&rdquo; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&ldquo;The unacceptable option for us is the transfer of enriched nuclear material abroad,&quot; Baghaei added.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Nuclear talks after war ends<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei explained that Iran&#39;s wise decision was to postpone nuclear negotiations to a later stage, focusing first on ending the war.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;It was decided that we would not negotiate on the nuclear issue at this stage. The focus was on ending the war, and we did that,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;From the moment the MoU comes into effect, which is now, we will have 60 days to negotiate on the nuclear issue and sanctions. If talks reach a conclusion earlier, that is better. But given the complexity of the issue, the 60-day timeframe is reasonable, and if necessary, it can be extended.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that the MoU specifies that negotiations will only cover the nuclear issue and sanctions removal.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Oil sanctions lifted starting today<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei confirmed that the lifting of oil sanctions has already begun.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Iran&#39;s oil sanctions must be lifted, not on paper, but with all its requirements. Iran must be able to sell its oil, with transport and insurance facing no problems, and it must receive the proceeds from oil sales. The lifting of Iran&#39;s oil sanctions starts today and will continue during the negotiations,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that in parallel with the MoU, Tehran also negotiated separately on the release of frozen assets, reconstruction of damages, and the lifting of oil sanctions.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Hormuz management coordinated with Oman<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The spokesman confirmed that Iran is finalizing a new management mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz, with coordination with Oman well advanced.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;Iran will charge fees for services in the Strait of Hormuz. This mechanism and arrangements for managing the strait are being drafted. We began consultations with Oman long ago and have spoken with some other countries,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Iran&rsquo;s FM outlined details of the memorandum of understanding with the US, saying a new round of talks with Washington will begin a day after the MoU is signed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Follow: https:\/\/t.co\/Kl2Pka5XU9 pic.twitter.com\/DKdDWygLkY<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&mdash; Highlights (@highlightsnews1) June 16, 2026<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The management mechanisms for the Strait of Hormuz have largely been finalized with Oman. Safe transit will be ensured while preserving the sovereignty and authority of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the strait.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">He added that only Iran and Oman are the two coastal states of the strait.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Pursuing justice for war crimes<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Baghaei said Iran would continue to document and pursue the crimes committed against its people during the war.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;We will not miss any opportunity to document, pursue and explain the crimes committed against the Iranian nation. We will use every mechanism, institution and international opportunity to secure our rights. These are outside the MoU,&quot; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&#39;Iran is a wounded lion, but still a lion&#39;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">In a closing statement, Baghaei declared that the war has only strengthened Iran.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&quot;The enemies have hurt us; they took noble lives from us and wounded Iran. But a wounded lion is still a lion,&rdquo; he said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&ldquo;The war they imposed did not bring us to our knees, it made us more powerful, both in the military arena and in diplomacy,&quot; Baghaei said.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The spokesman stressed that Iran&#39;s superpower status is not an illusion.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">&ldquo;We defeated two nuclear powers, along with other countries that supported them. We do not just give slogans, we truly are a superpower.&quot;<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was finalized on Sunday, following months of intensive negotiations mediated by Pakistan, with support from other regional countries.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Under the agreement, the war and all military operations, including in Lebanon, have ended immediately, and the US naval blockade against Iran has been lifted.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">The MoU also provides for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">A 60‑day verification and negotiation period will follow, during which the parties will address outstanding issues, including the lifting of all sanctions, the nuclear file, reconstruction and economic development, and a monitoring mechanism for implementation.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Iran has emphasized that the agreement was built on &quot;active distrust&quot; of the United States and that Tehran will monitor US compliance closely.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Iranian officials have described the MoU as a product of military achievements and the sacrifices of the Iranian people, rather than diplomacy alone.<\/span><\/p>","content_source":"","content_url":"","content_date_start":"2026-06-18 13:14:38","content_date_event":"2026-06-18 13:14:38","content_date_event_start":null,"content_date_event_end":null,"content_show_title_slider":1,"content_date_last_edit":"2026-06-18 17:57:37","content_date_register":"2026-06-18 13:15:54","content_columns":0,"content_show_img":1,"content_show_details":0,"content_show_related_img":0,"content_show_slider":1,"content_comment":1,"content_score":0,"tag_id":0,"score_average":null,"score_count":null,"score_date_last":null,"uid":43,"eid":43,"attach_title":"Baghaee","attaches":[{"sizes":{"150":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_150_100.webp","300":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_275_183.jpg","400":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_275_183.jpg","600":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_275_183.jpg","900":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_275_183.jpg","1200":".\/cache\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440_275_183.jpg"},"ext":"jpg","file_media":1,"token":2051558440,"files":{"original":{"url":".\/file\/2\/attach\/202606\/571191_2051558440.jpg","width":275,"height":183,"size":0}}}]}]]