Donald Trump and Iranian officials have announced an immediate end to the war on Iran, with the US president claiming that “oil will flow on both ends again for the region, and the world”. However, in the hours following the announcements, the precise terms of the agreement remain unclear, as the final text of the memorandum of understanding has not been published.
Key issues, including access to the Strait of Hormuz, the future of Iran’s nuclear programme, and the situation in Lebanon, have not been addressed in detail. The Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen, but no specifics have been provided.
Trump later told the New York Times that he would restart military attacks if Tehran fails to reach a nuclear agreement with the US during broader negotiations set to begin on Friday. This raises questions about the durability of the peace deal.
Analysts note that the lack of transparency on critical points could undermine confidence in the agreement. Both sides have hailed the deal as a victory, but the absence of a published text leaves many uncertainties.
