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Trump Secures Landmark Memorandum to Neutralize Iranian Nuclear Threat

The administration’s performance-based agreement demands Iranian compliance while securing the Strait of Hormuz and preventing the regime from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

Foreign PolicyPublished June 18, 2026 at 1:28 AM
ranians walk past a poster with pictures of late Iranian Supreme Leaders Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on 18 May 2026

President Donald Trump has officially signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, marking a significant shift in regional stability following months of conflict. The agreement, signed at the G7 summit, establishes a performance-based framework that hinges entirely on Iranian compliance.

Central to the deal is a binding commitment that Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon, with existing enriched uranium slated for downblending under IAEA supervision. The administration has made it clear that sanctions relief is strictly tied to these performance benchmarks, ensuring the regime is held accountable for its actions.

Furthermore, the agreement mandates the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy markets that had been shuttered during recent hostilities.

While the document outlines a $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran, the White House has explicitly stated that the United States will not contribute a single cent, distancing this deal from the failed financial policies of previous administrations.

By securing a commitment to end military operations on all fronts and forcing a return to pre-conflict military postures, the Trump administration is prioritizing American interests and regional security. The agreement sets a 60-day timeline for final negotiations, with the ultimate goal of a binding UN Security Council resolution to codify these terms.

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