Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East.
According to Sharif, the agreement, referred to as the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding”, was signed electronically by U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian. The Pakistani premier said he also countersigned the document in his capacity as mediator.
In a statement posted on X, Sharif described the agreement as a historic step toward de-escalation and regional stability.
The White House confirmed that President Trump signed the memorandum from Versailles, France, while Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaïl Baghaï stated that President Pezeshkian had also formally endorsed the document.
Sharif noted that the signing ceremony was initially planned to take place in Geneva but was ultimately conducted remotely, a move he said demonstrated both parties’ commitment to pursuing a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.
According to the Pakistani leader, the agreement takes immediate effect and includes, as an initial measure, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran and the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade.
He also praised the efforts of all parties and regional mediators involved in facilitating the agreement, expressing hope that it would contribute to restoring peace and stability across the region.
Sharif further stated that the memorandum could serve as a lasting foundation for greater mutual understanding, respect and shared prosperity throughout the Middle East.
