Iranian FM: MoU with US could be signed within days

Tehran (ANTARA) - Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated on Friday night (12/6) that the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States to end the war could take place in the coming days.

In an interview with the Iranian state-owned television station, IRIB TV, Araghchci said that once finalised, the MoU would be signed digitally by both parties in their respective countries and subsequently announced.

He added that following the potential signing, both sides would commit to not initiating any further warfare and would commence a second phase of negotiations, scheduled to take place within 60 days, to reach a final agreement. The primary focus of these talks will be Iran’s nuclear programme and the removal of sanctions.

He emphasised that Tehran insists the only acceptable way to handle highly enriched uranium is to dilute it within Iranian territory.

Araghchi also stated that the potential MoU might include provisions to end warfare on all fronts, including Lebanon, which would require Israel to withdraw from occupied areas.

Other critical issues in the MoU include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the full lifting of the US maritime blockade against Iran, and the release of frozen Iranian assets, he revealed.

Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Araghchi ensured that its management would not revert to the pre-war era. While Iran will maintain its sovereignty and military presence, a legal system in accordance with international law will be enforced, he said.

He dismissed the imposition of transit tolls for passing ships, but noted that service fees would be reasonable.

US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday (11/6) that the US