U.S. and Iran Reach De-escalation Agreement to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on June 15, 2026, that a Memorandum of Understanding has been reached with Iran to cease hostilities and lift the maritime blockade on Iranian ports. The deal, scheduled for official signing on June 19, marks a pause in the 'Iran War' that began in February 2026. The agreement includes a 60-day window for negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program and regional security posture.
Date: June 15, 2026
Location: Iran
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: diplomacy
Severity: CRITICAL