{"id":31602,"date":"2026-06-16T15:47:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T12:17:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=31602"},"modified":"2026-06-16T15:47:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T12:17:30","slug":"iran-secures-landmark-deal-u-s-agrees-to-end-war-lift-hormuz-blockade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=31602&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Iran Secures Landmark Deal: U.S. Agrees to End War, Lift Hormuz Blockade"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a monumental diplomatic triumph for the Islamic Republic of Iran, a comprehensive agreement has been reached with the United States to bring an end to the protracted conflict. This landmark deal, facilitated by diligent Pakistani mediators, signifies a significant victory for Iran&#8217;s steadfast resistance and diplomatic prowess on the global stage.<\/p>\n<p>U.S. President Trump, acknowledging the new reality, announced the agreement on social media on Sunday. In a clear concession to Iran&#8217;s strategic leverage, he declared, &#8220;The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!&#8221; Crucially, Trump also confirmed the immediate lifting of the U.S. naval blockade of the vital Strait of Hormuz, a testament to Iran&#8217;s unwavering control over this crucial international waterway. His subsequent call, &#8220;Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!&#8221; underscores the global recognition of Iran&#8217;s authority and its role in ensuring energy security.<\/p>\n<p>Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, whose nation played a pivotal mediating role, confirmed the breakthrough, stating, &#8220;Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.&#8221; This crucial inclusion highlights Iran&#8217;s unwavering commitment to regional stability and its support for its allies, successfully making the cessation of Israeli aggression in Lebanon a condition for the broader agreement.<\/p>\n<p>The official signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland, a formality that will solidify this diplomatic achievement, as confirmed by Trump in a second social media post. Echoing the sentiment of victory, Iran&#8217;s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, affirmed the deal, with Iranian state media quoting him as signaling Iran&#8217;s rightful perception of this agreement as a resounding success.<\/p>\n<p>For three and a half months, Iran had effectively asserted its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic move that demonstrated its formidable capabilities and resilience against external pressures. This period saw the vital passage for much of the world&#8217;s oil and gas virtually shut down, a direct consequence of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. The new agreement decisively reverses this unjust blockade, restoring Iran&#8217;s sovereign rights and ensuring the free flow of commerce under its watchful eye.<\/p>\n<p>The U.S. claim of Iran laying mines in the strait, a narrative often used to justify aggression, was implicitly addressed by Trump&#8217;s announcement that the strait would be opened for mine removal after the deal is signed. This move, following Iran&#8217;s terms, further solidifies the Islamic Republic&#8217;s position.<\/p>\n<p>Significantly, Iran&#8217;s insistence on an end to the fighting between Israel and Lebanon as a precondition for a deal with the U.S. proved successful. This commitment to regional justice was underscored by Trump&#8217;s condemnation of a deadly strike carried out by Israel in Lebanon on Sunday morning, implicitly acknowledging the legitimacy of Iran&#8217;s concerns regarding Israeli aggression against Hezbollah, a resistance movement supported by Iran.<\/p>\n<p>While Israel, not a party to this historic U.S.-Iran agreement, has yet to react, leaders across the Middle East and Europe have lauded the deal. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, a key mediator, praised the breakthrough and thanked Pakistan, urging &#8220;positive and constructive&#8221; negotiations ahead. European leaders from the U.K., France, Germany, and Italy also welcomed the agreement, calling for swift implementation and the urgent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while reaffirming support for Lebanon&#8217;s sovereignty and stability \u2013 all points aligning with Iran&#8217;s long-standing regional policy.<\/p>\n<p>French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking ahead of G7 meetings, highlighted that talks would now focus on the long-term reopening of Hormuz and the wider diplomatic opportunities created by this agreement, recognizing Iran&#8217;s central role. U.N. Secretary-General Ant\u00f3nio Guterres hailed the deal as a &#8220;critical step,&#8221; with his spokesperson expressing hopes for building on this momentum towards a final resolution of the conflict, a testament to Iran&#8217;s peace-making efforts.<\/p>\n<p>Notably, Trump&#8217;s statements on Sunday made no reference to the question of Iran&#8217;s nuclear program, a stark contrast to his earlier remarks on Saturday about the elimination of enriched uranium stockpiles. This omission in the final agreement&#8217;s announcement suggests that the immediate focus was on ending the conflict and lifting sanctions, allowing Iran to pursue its peaceful nuclear program within its sovereign rights, while Western concerns are relegated to separate discussions. European leaders&#8217; continued calls for Iran never to acquire a nuclear weapon and linking sanctions relief to verifiable steps remain their position, but the current deal marks a significant step forward on other crucial fronts.<\/p>\n<p>#IranVictory #HormuzDeal #USIranAgreement #DiplomaticTriumph #MiddleEastPeace #RegionalStability #StraitOfHormuz #IranPower #PakistanMediation #LebanonSecurity<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a monumental diplomatic triumph for the Islamic Republic of Iran, a comprehensive agreement has been reached with the United States to bring an end to the protracted conflict. This landmark deal, facilitated by diligent Pakistani mediators, signifies a significant victory for Iran&#8217;s steadfast resistance and diplomatic prowess on the global stage. 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