U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for a peace agreement with Iran, aimed for signature on June 14. In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that Iran is no longer pursuing nuclear weapons and stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be accessible to all.
Trump warned of severe consequences if Iran does not agree to the terms, expressing hopes for a cooperative relationship with Iran and other Middle Eastern nations.
On June 13, Iran’s Foreign Ministry indicated that a deal might take time, stating, “We will have to wait for the agreement, and it will not be tomorrow.” However, they did not rule out the possibility of an agreement being reached in the coming days, according to Reuters.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is mediating discussions between the U.S. and Iran, reported that both sides have established a framework for the peace agreement. He noted that preparations for an electronic signing on June 14 are underway, with further technical negotiations scheduled for the following week.
Previously, on June 11, the U.S. was reportedly preparing new strikes against Iran, with Trump making statements about potential attacks on Iranian oil infrastructure and increasing military pressure. However, he later reversed his decision to launch attacks.
In a broader military context, on February 28, Israel conducted an airstrike on Tehran, prompting Trump to declare that U.S. forces had initiated a “major combat operation” against Iran to eliminate perceived threats from its regime. He accused Iran of funding and training militant groups across the region, including in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestine.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) responded by launching missiles and drones towards Israel while also targeting U.S. military bases in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
The European Union has reiterated its commitment to ensuring regional security and stability in the Middle East.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed support for giving Iranians a chance to rid themselves of their “terrorist regime” and to ensure safety for all nations affected by Iranian attacks.
On February 28, Trump stated that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had died, a claim later confirmed by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
On March 1, the IRGC announced the start of a “historic offensive operation” against Israel and U.S. bases, prompting Trump to urge Iran to abandon its plans and threaten a “very strong response” if they proceeded.
By March 6, Trump called for a complete overhaul of Iran’s leadership, mentioning potential candidates for a new, more favorable leader. Two days later, Iran’s Assembly of Experts elected Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the deceased leader, as the new Supreme Leader.
On March 26, Trump announced a pause on the destruction of Iranian energy facilities until April 6, but extended the deadline by 20 hours due to a lack of progress in negotiations.
Trump threatened to destroy all bridges and power plants in Iran if an agreement was not reached, warning of devastating consequences for the Iranian people and potential regional instability.
On April 6, Iran submitted a ten-point plan for ending hostilities through Pakistan to both the U.S. and Israel.
On April 7, Trump agreed to delay bombings and a “devastating attack” on Iran for two weeks, contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He characterized the ceasefire as mutual and accepted Iran’s ten-point proposal as a basis for talks.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz within two weeks would require coordination with Iranian armed forces and consideration of technical constraints.
On May 1, Trump informed Congress that hostilities initiated on February 28 had ceased, although U.S. troops would remain in the region.
On May 23, Trump revealed that he had discussed a memorandum of understanding for peace with Iran with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain, indicating significant progress towards an agreement that includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump has announced a potential peace agreement with Iran, set for June 14, amid complex diplomatic negotiations. While Iran's Foreign Ministry suggests caution regarding the timeline, both sides appear to be working toward a resolution, with implications for regional stability and security.