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Timeline: The US and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end war. Here's how we got here

Timeline: The US and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end war. Here's how we got here

US. Iranian officials haveagreedon a framework deal to end the war, halt hostilities on all fronts, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with the future of Iran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief to be settled in later negotiations.

US President Donald Trump announced that the agreement was “complete”. ordered an end to the US blockade of Iranian ports, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that a peace agreement had been reached after intensive talks, adding that the official signing ceremony would take place on June 19 in Switzerland.

Iran also confirmed the framework understanding. ceasefire, saying the fighting would stop immediately, though key issues such as uranium enrichment and the release of frozen assets would be decided in subsequent discussions.

Below is a timeline of the that led up to the agreement.

The US. Israellaunchedan attack on Iran via air and sea: a series of explosions in Tehran, including near the residence of the supreme leader. A US-Israel airstrike on an elementary school in southern Iran killed more than 170 people, most of them schoolgirls.

In retaliation, Iran attacked at least seven Gulf states, striking civilian infrastructure, damaging airports in the UAE. Kuwait, deploying a drone over residential areas in Qatar, and firing ballistic missiles into Jordan, while hitting an apartment building in Bahrain.

Iranconfirmedthat Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, several of his family members,. other top officials had been killed in Israeli-US strikes a day earlier.

Moreover. 16 people were injured in 11 explosions in Qatar, while one was injured after drone attacks on Oman’s Doqm commercial port.

An Israeli strike damaged the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting complex and the Unesco siteGolestan Palace. The total death toll in Iran crossed 700.

A US submarinetorpedoed the Iranian frigate IRIS Denanear Sri Lanka while it was returning from a naval deployment. Iranian authorities said about 80 sailors were killed. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the strike as an atrocity at sea. warned that “the United States will come to bitterly regret the precedent it has set.”

Iran’s Assembly of ExpertsselectedAyatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new supreme leader.

The transition that happened without any disruptionsignalledboth “institutional continuity. a consolidation of authority at a time when Iran remains under sustained military pressure,” according toDawncorrespondent Baqir Sajjad Syed.

Iran announced newmissile strikeson Israel, with Israeli news outlets reporting that debris from interceptions fell in three areas.

At this point in the conflict, the maritime domain, particularly theStrait of Hormuz, emerged as the principal flashpoint, shaping both the military trajectory of the war. the strategic calculations of the US as the contest over oil flows and shipping lanes began to define the central logic of the conflict.

In the preceding 24 hours. at least three separate attacks were recorded against commercial vessels operating in or near the Strait of Hormuz, reinforcing the perception that Iran had begun enforcing its threat to disrupt maritime traffic through direct kinetic pressure.

The United Nationssaidup to 3.2 million people in Iran had been displaced since the start of the war. According to Tehran, the US and Israel had been carpet bombing civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, oil depots, and energy infrastructure.

Meanwhile, Iran continued its retaliatory attacks on Gulf countries, with several drones shot down in Saudi Arabia as well as reports of attacks on fuel tanks at Oman’s Salalah port. Bahrain.

AUS air refuellerwas downed over western Iraq while conducting aerial refuelling operations.

It was the first-ever incident of any air force refueller being shot down. Iranian-aligned militias in Iraq claimed the attack in which all four crew members on board were killed, while another tanker was said to have been damaged in the same attack. forced to divert.

American forces struck Kharg Island, Iran’s principal oil export hub, while Tehran. its regional allies increased pressure across multiple theatres stretching from the Gulf to Iraq and Lebanon.

US aircraft conducted strikes on Kharg Island on the night of March 13. targeting what Washington described as military facilities associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy.

Meanwhile. smoke could beseenrising from two locations around Israel’s commercial hub, Tel Aviv, according to a journalist with theAFP, after blasts were heard following a warning that missiles were fired from Iran.

Ali Larijani, the head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council waskilledin an Israeli air strike.

After weeks of speculation around whether he was still alive, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on television to make the announcement, where he also vowed to hunt down. “neutralise” the new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards also confirmed the death ofGholamreza Soleimani, head of the Basij paramilitary force, in a US-Israeli air strike.

Across Iran, the Persian New Yeararrivedwithout the usual festivities associated with it. Celebrations were scaled down, with war, blackouts and economic strain shaping public sentiment. Markets remained open but subdued, and even among diaspora communities, observances lacked the usual fervour.

Trump threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if Tehran did not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. a significant escalation barely a day after he talked about“winding down”the war.

“If Iran doesn’t fully open, without threat, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 hours from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit. obliterate their various power plants, starting with the biggest one first!” Trump said on social media.

Trump said he had given orders topostponeany military strikes against Iranian power plants for five days. hours ahead of a deadline that threatened further escalation in the conflict.

Trump claimed in a post on his Truth Social platform that the US. Iran had had “VERY GOOD AND PRODUCTIVE” conversations over the past two days about a “COMPLETE AND TOTAL RESOLUTION OF HOSTILITIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST”.

Pakistan tookcentre stagein a coordinated diplomatic push alongside Turkiye. Egypt, as the trio appeared instrumental in securing a five-day pause of US plans to strike Iranian energy and power infrastructure.

At this point, over 82,000 civilian structures had been damaged or destroyed in US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

Deputy Prime Minister. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that “US-Iran indirect talks are taking place through messages being relayed by Pakistan”, adding that a 15-point US framework had been shared and is under Iranian deliberation, while the “brotherly countries of Turkiye and Egypt” were supporting the effort.

Trump decided to extend the “pause” on strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure until April 6. creating the appearance of a diplomatic opening.

However, expertsarguedit reflected an attempt to buy time amid rising military, economic. political pressures, while keeping escalation options firmly on the table.

DPM Ishaq Dar said that both the US. Iran had expressed confidence in Pakistan to facilitate talks between them amid the Middle East conflict.

He made these remarks in a televised address after a quadrilateral moot on the Middle East crisis. The meeting in Islamabad was also attended by the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt.

After the moot ended, Dar posted on X that he was pleased to welcome the foreign ministers.

Pakistan. Chinacalledfor an immediate cessation of hostilities and the start of US-Iran talks, as Islamabad and Beijing unveiled a five-point initiative aimed at de-escalation in the Middle East.

The understanding was reached during talks in Beijing between DPM Dar. Chinese FM Wang Yi, held as a follow-up to their telephone conversation on the Iran war a week earlier.

In his 19-minute address from the White House, Trump repeated his claims of severely degrading Iran’s military capabilities.

While he said the US was “getting very close” to finishing the “job” in Iran. he also voiced his determination to bomb the arch-foe “extremely hard” for another two to three weeks.

Iranian FM Araghchi pushed back at reports that Iran was unwilling to travel to Islamabad for future talks with the US, underscoring that Tehran’s position hinged on the terms. conditions of any negotiations.

“Iran’s position is being misrepresented by the US media. We are deeply grateful to Pakistan for its efforts. have never refused to go to Islamabad,” Araghchi said in a post on X.

“What we care about are the terms of a conclusive. lasting END to the illegal war that is imposed on us,” he added.

Trumpigniteda political firestorm after posting an expletive-laden warning to Iran. threatening further military escalation if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz and agree to a deal.

The Israel Broadcasting Authoritysaidthat alarms had been activated throughout the country’s north. including the port city of Haifa, after Iranian missiles were fired towards the country.

Trump threatened to entirely decimate Iran in one night after Tehran rejected a ‘ceasefire’ proposal. instead set out demands for returning to negotiations.

Hewarnedthat “a whole civilisation will die” in Iran if the country does not heed his ultimatum to accept US war demands.

In a post on Truth Social, he said, “However, now that we have Complete. Total Regime Change, where different, smarter, and less radicalised minds prevail, maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS? We will find out tonight, one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World.”

Meanwhile, Iranreportedlyconveyed a 10-paragraph reply through Pakistan, a key intermediary between Washington and Tehran.

Pakistanannouncedthat Iran. the US, along with their allies, had agreed to an immediate ceasefire, including in Lebanon, effective immediately, and invited their delegations to Islamabad on April 10 for talks aimed at reaching a lasting settlement of disputes.

PM Shehbaz announced the ceasefire in a post on X, welcoming the move. extending his “deepest gratitude” to the leadership of both countries.

Pakistanconfirmedit would host US–Iran in-person talks in Islamabad, with delegations arriving for negotiations scheduled to begin on April 10. formal discussions set for April 11.

PM Shehbaz confirmed the visit of both delegations and said the talks aimed at a “conclusive agreement” to settle disputes. He also described his conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as “warm. substantive,” praising Iran’s decision to accept Islamabad’s mediation.

Islamabad wasplacedon high alert ahead of US–Iran peace talks. with over 10,000 security personnel deployed across the capital under a multi-tier security plan supervised by the military.

Strict security protocols were enforced under the “blue book” system for visiting delegations. while all entry points to the Red Zone were sealed except Margalla Road, which was restricted to authorised use.

United States Vice President JD Vance and his delegationarrivedin Pakistan for historic talks with the Iranian leadership.

Early on the same morning, the Iranian delegation also arrived in the federal capital. The delegation, led by Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, was received by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Asim Munir,. other senior officials.

Thetalkswent on for nearly 21–24 hours in Islamabad but ended without an agreement, despite multiple rounds of discussions. exchanges on key issues including nuclear policy, sanctions, regional security, and the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides confirmed that while some understanding was reached on certain points. major differences remained on core demands, preventing a final settlement.

Following the talks, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar urged both sides to remain committed to the ceasefire. continue the diplomatic process, stating that Pakistan would keep facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran. He thanked both delegations for engaging in negotiations and expressed hope for continued talks aimed at lasting regional peace.

US Vice President JD Vance said the discussions were “substantive”. failed because Iran did not accept key US conditions, particularly regarding a permanent commitment not to pursue nuclear weapons. He described Washington’s position as a “final and best offer” and praised Pakistan for hosting and facilitating the negotiations.

Iranian officials said the talks involved detailed expert-level sessions. acknowledged progress on some issues, but noted that major gaps remained on several core points. They stressed that no agreement was expected in a single session. confirmed that the delegation haddepartedIslamabad following the conclusion of negotiations.

The United States militaryannouncedit would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday after peace talks between US. Iranian delegations in Islamabad collapsed.

In his lengthy social media post, Trump said his goal was to clear the strait of mines. reopen it to all shipping, but that Iran must not be allowed to profit from controlling the waterway.

Iran rejected the US threat, calling it unlawful. warning it would not yield to pressure, with officials insisting they retain control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Another round of Iran–United States dialogue was being activelypursuedas Pakistan, regional capitals,. major powers stepped up efforts to prevent the fragile process from sliding back into confrontation.

The United Statesstatedit would not join any Israeli counterattack on Iran, with President Trump warning against escalation after Iran launched a large drone. missile attack on Israel in response to a suspected Israeli strike in Damascus.

The US. Iran expressed willingness to hold talks again soon, with officials confirming that diplomatic channels remained open despite tensions. A Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson said that peace in Lebanon was essential for any negotiations. adding that Lebanon remained part of the ongoing two-week ceasefire framework currently in effect.

The United States. Iran were reported to benegotiatinga three-page draft plan to end the war, which included a proposal for Washington to release about $20 billion in frozen Iranian funds in exchange for Iran surrendering its stockpile of enriched uranium.

Trumpannouncedthat US representatives were being sent to Islamabad for a second round of US–Iran peace talks, with advance teams. equipment already arriving in Pakistan ahead of the negotiations. Security was tightened in Islamabad as preparations continued for the diplomatic engagement.

Separately. tensions escalated at sea after the US claimed it targeted an Iranian vessel attempting to evade a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian media reported that its naval forces repelled the attempt in the Sea of Oman.

Trump announced anextensionof the Iran–US ceasefire until Tehran submitted a “unified proposal”. negotiations concluded, while stating that the naval blockade of Iranian ports would continue. He said US military forces would remain on standby and the truce would be extended following requests from Pakistan’s leadership.

PM Shehbaz welcomed the decision. thanked the US for extending the ceasefire, expressing hope that both sides would reach a comprehensive peace deal during the upcoming round of talks in Islamabad. However, Iran had not yet issued a formal response,. uncertainty remained over its participation in the negotiations as diplomatic efforts continued.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchiarrivedin Islamabad for high-level consultations with Pakistan’s leadership on regional developments. ongoing efforts toward peace, with Foreign Office officials confirming that discussions would focus on mediation efforts and stability in the region.

Meanwhile, the United States said envoys Steve Witkoff. Jared Kushner were also expected to travel to Pakistan for indirect talks mediated by Islamabad, although Iran stated it would not be holding direct meetings with the US, despite continued diplomatic engagement efforts by Pakistan.

Tehranrejecteda US proposal to end the conflict, insisting it would not accept any settlement dictated by Washington. reiterating conditions for a ceasefire, including an end to hostilities, reparations, and guarantees over the Strait of Hormuz.

The White House said talks with Iran were still ongoing. “productive,” while Trump maintained that negotiations were continuing despite Iran’s public rejection of the reported proposal.

Trumpsaidpeace talks with Iran would continue through phone-based diplomacy. praised Pakistan for facilitating the process, while confirming that Washington would not send negotiators to Islamabad for now and insisting Iran already knew the conditions for any agreement.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi continued regional consultations, meeting Pakistani officials in Islamabad before travelling onward to Moscow, while also engaging with several regional counterparts including Saudi, Turkish,. Egyptian officials on ceasefire and diplomatic efforts.

Tensions remained high as Iran maintained its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. the US reported continued maritime interceptions, while international actors pushed for de-escalation and restoration of stability in key shipping routes.

Trumprejectedan Iranian proposal aimed at easing tensions. said the US naval blockade on Iranian ports would continue until Tehran agreed to a nuclear deal, warning that pressure would intensify if Iran failed to comply.

Iran responded by warning of possible “unprecedented military action” over the continued shipping restrictions, while officials in Tehran accused Washington of using economic. maritime pressure to destabilise the country.

A fourth round of US–Iran talks scheduled in Rome waspostponed, with Iranian officials saying the new date would depend on Washington’s approach. accusing the US of “contradictory behaviour” and continued sanctions during negotiations.

Oman confirmed the delay, citing logistical reasons, while uncertainty remained over US participation in the next round.

Trumpsaidhe was still “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal conveyed through Pakistan. stating that Tehran was asking for terms he could not agree to despite signs of progress in talks. He maintained that negotiations were ongoing but stressed that no acceptable deal had yet been reached.

Trumpannouncedthe start of “Project Freedom,” under which the US would begin guiding neutral commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz. calling it a humanitarian effort to assist vessels trapped by the ongoing conflict. He said the operation was aimed at ensuring safe passage for civilian shipping. could also support broader diplomatic progress with Iran.

Firebroke outat a major UAE oil industry zone on the same day after a drone attack originating from Iran, authorities said, while the Gulf state’s military also intercepted three Iranian missiles over its waters. a fourth crashed into the sea.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegsethsaidthe United States was “not looking for a fight” with Iran. confirmed the ceasefire still held, but warned that any attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz would face a “devastating” response. He said US forces were providing protection for maritime traffic under “Project Freedom,” aimed at ensuring safe passage through the waterway.

Trumpdescribedclashes involving Iran. regional states as a “little skirmish,” saying they did not breach the ceasefire and reiterating that Iran would face consequences if no nuclear agreement was reached. He also maintained that the ceasefire with Iran remained intact despite continued regional tensions.

Tehran denied involvement in the widely condemned drone and missile attacks on the UAE.

Iran’s central military commandaccusedthe United States of violating the ceasefire by attacking an oil tanker and another ship. In retaliation, Tehran’s forces “immediately and in retaliation attacked American military vessels”.

US. Iranian talks werereportedto be set for possible resumption in Islamabad, with mediators working to restart the stalled negotiation process. The two sides were said to be drafting a one-page. 14-point memorandum of understanding to outline a framework for a month-long dialogue aimed at ending the conflict.

Iranquestionedthe credibility of US diplomacy amid renewed naval clashes in the Gulf. with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accusing Washington of undermining ceasefire efforts while Tehran waited for a response to the latest American proposals delivered through mediators.

Tensions persisted around the Strait of Hormuz, where sporadic maritime incidents continued despite a fragile pause in large-scale fighting.

US. Iran weresetto hold a new round of nuclear talks in Oman, with Washington taking a tougher stance and demanding “no enrichment” and full dismantlement of Iran’s key nuclear facilities.

Trump said he preferred a diplomatic deal but warned that military action remained an option if talks failed, while Iran continued engagement despite widening differences. ongoing US sanctions pressure.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali KhameneisaidTehran did not seek war with the United States despite rising tensions over Iran’s nuclear. missile programmes, but ruled out any negotiations on a new nuclear deal, calling such talks “poison.”

Trump warned that Iran would suffer severe consequences if it targeted US interests, as tensions escalated following US military deployments to the Middle East. continued disputes over sanctions and maritime security in the Gulf.

Trumpsaidthe US agreed to a ceasefire with Iran “as a favour to Pakistan,” adding that the truce was reached at the request of other nations. that Washington would not have preferred it otherwise. He praised Pakistan’s leadership for facilitating the deal and said Islamabad would remain part of the ongoing diplomatic process.

Iran’s Supreme National Security Councilannouncedthe formation of a new “Persian Gulf Strait Authority” to manage operations in the Strait of Hormuz. which Tehran has effectively closed amid ongoing tensions.

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibafsaidthe United States was attempting to restart the Middle East war. warning of a “forceful response” if hostilities resumed.

He accused Washington of maintaining military objectives despite economic. political pressure, amid renewed threats from US President Donald Trump to strike Iran unless a peace deal was reached.

Pakistan intensified its mediation efforts bysendingInterior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Tehran for a second visit in a week. where he met Iranian leadership in a bid to break the deadlock in US–Iran negotiations amid rising regional tensions.

Trump said talks were in the “final stages” but warned of renewed military action if no agreement was reached, while Iran warned that any future conflict could expand beyond the Middle East. insisted that all diplomatic options remained open.

Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munirarrivedin Tehran as part of ongoing mediation efforts between the United States. Iran, meeting senior Iranian officials and discussing proposals aimed at ending the conflict and reviving stalled negotiations.

His visit followed continued Pakistani diplomatic engagement, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also involved in high-level talks in Tehran.

US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, acknowledged Pakistan’s central role in facilitating communication between Washington. Tehran, as both sides remained under pressure to resolve disputes over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munirconcludeda two-day visit to Tehran after intensive mediation efforts that reportedly made progress toward a possible US–Iran understanding to end the conflict. reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistani. Iranian officials described the talks as focused on advancing a framework deal involving ceasefire continuation, limited sanctions relief, and maritime security arrangements.

Trump said negotiations were “getting closer” but remained uncertain, while Iranian officials said discussions had entered a “finalisation stage” of a memorandum of understanding, though key issues such as sanctions, nuclear limits,. control of the Strait remained unresolved.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkiansaidthe final decision on any US-Iran agreement would rest with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. reiterating that Tehran was not seeking nuclear weapons. He stressed that Iran would not compromise its “national dignity” and would provide assurances against weaponisation.

Trump said negotiations were progressing in an “orderly. constructive” manner but warned there would be no deal unless Iran’s nuclear programme was fully addressed. He added that sanctions. maritime pressure would remain until an agreement was signed, while urging his team not to rush, saying “time is on their side.”

US Central Command said American forcescarriedout “self-defence strikes” in southern Iran, targeting missile sites. boats allegedly attempting to lay mines near strategic waters.

Trump also said in a social media post he expected Iran to hand over its enriched uranium to the United States to be destroyed. or have it destroyed in Iran with an international witness.

US Vice President JD Vancesaidthe United States. Iran had made “good progress” toward a ceasefire extension deal, but President Donald Trump had not yet approved the agreement.

Vance added that negotiations were continuing. expressed cautious optimism, noting that approval from Trump remained pending and the outcome was still “to be determined.”

US President Donald Trumphelda two-hour meeting in the White House Situation Room to review a potential agreement with Iran. amid claims from US sources that a deal was close to finalisation. However, Tehran rejected the US framing, insisting no final agreement had been reached. accusing Washington of shifting demands and “excessive conditions.”

The United Statescarriedout strikes on Iranian military sites over the weekend, targeting air defences. drones after accusing Tehran of hostile actions in international waters.

US Central Command said its forces responded with “swift retaliatory action” to eliminate threats. warned it would continue operations to protect regional shipping during the ongoing ceasefire.

Iransuspendedindirect communications with the United States, accusing Washington of violating the ceasefire amid Israel’s expanded military operations in Lebanon. Tehran said breaches in Lebanon amounted to violations “on all fronts,” blaming both the US. Israel for escalating regional tensions.

Trump downplayed the suspension. insisting talks were still moving at a “rapid pace” while also claiming he had used intermediaries to pressure Hezbollah into halting attacks.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged Pakistan to continue its mediation efforts, even as the fragile diplomatic process appeared increasingly strained by the widening Lebanon conflict. renewed military exchanges.

US forcesattackedradar sites on Iran’s coast, specifically in the city of Goruk and on Qeshm Island. This action followed the downing of four Iranian one-way attack drones launched towards the Strait of Hormuz. which the US military stated posed an immediate threat to maritime traffic.

Iranannouncedthat a sixth round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States was being planned for June 14 in Muscat, as both sides remain deadlocked over uranium enrichment. sanctions relief. Tehran said it would present a counter-proposal to Washington’s latest draft, which it criticised for lacking meaningful economic concessions.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharifsaida US-Iran peace deal was expected to be finalised within 24 hours, calling it closer than ever. stating that Pakistan was assisting with final technical and electronic signing arrangements. He added that a “final, agreed-upon” text had already been reached with only procedural steps remaining.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also referred to the emerging agreement as the “Islamabad memorandum of understanding,” saying all parties, including regional stakeholders. the US, had broadly approved the framework. Both sides, however, cautioned against speculation until formal signing, even as Pakistan continued its mediating role in the final stages.

Prime Minister Shehbaz SharifsaidPakistan was preparing for an “electronic signing” of a US–Iran peace framework, calling the deal “closer than ever”. expressing hope it would establish lasting peace in the region. He said the agreement could be finalised within 24 hours, with only procedural steps remaining.

Trump, however, insisted the deal was scheduled to be signed immediately. linked it to broader arrangements on the Strait of Hormuz, including de-mining operations involving Washington. He warned that while diplomacy was preferred, alternative measures remained on the table if the agreement stalled.

US. Iranian officials said they hadagreedon a framework to end the conflict, lift key restrictions including the US blockade on Iran, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, marking a major step toward de-escalation.

US President Donald Trumpannouncedthe deal on Truth Social. while PM Shehbaz confirmed that the agreement had been reached following intensive talks between the two sides.

According to PM Shehbaz, the peace deal includes an immediate. permanent cessation of military operations across all fronts, including in Lebanon, with an official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.

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