A pivotal moment in Middle Eastern diplomacy has arrived. The United States and Iran have signed a comprehensive peace accord, bringing a formal end to decades of hostility and the recent escalation that threatened regional stability. The agreement, reached after months of secret negotiations mediated by Oman and Switzerland, was confirmed by sources in both Washington and Tehran.
President Donald Trump hailed the deal as a monumental achievement in a short statement from the White House, while Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif described it as a victory for diplomacy. The core terms include a mutual cessation of hostilities, a phased lifting of sanctions, and a framework for Iran’s nuclear programme. Full details are expected within hours.
The pact represents a significant realignment of power in the Persian Gulf and has been cautiously welcomed by European allies who have long sought a negotiated solution. Critics warn that the agreement may contain concessions that could embolden Iran’s regional proxies. The deal is subject to ratification by the Iranian parliament and approval by the US Congress, but both sides have expressed confidence in a swift implementation.
