Trump and Pezeshkian Sign Memorandum to End Iran Conflict

A memorandum of understanding intended to halt hostilities between the United States and Iran was signed Wednesday by President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The agreement represents a significant shift in diplomatic relations, marking a formal attempt to de-escalate the long-standing military tensions between the two nations.

Editorial·June 18, 2026·reads: 1,906

Trump and Pezeshkian Sign Memorandum to End Iran Conflict

The groundwork for this agreement was established earlier in the week. A digital version of the memo was finalized on Sunday by U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf. According to a U.S. official, President Trump observed the digital signing process, setting the stage for the final leadership endorsement finalized on Wednesday.