U.S. and Iran Sign Memorandum Toward Extended Ceasefire

The United States and Iran moved closer to formalizing an extended ceasefire Monday after both nations electronically signed a memorandum designed to end their conflict.

President Trump highlighted the agreement at the G7 summit in France, where he gathered with leaders from other major industrialized nations. The memorandum represents progress in negotiations between the two countries, though officials have identified several outstanding questions that remain unresolved.

Both sides are expected to formally sign the agreement later in the week, according to statements from negotiators. The electronic signatures on the memorandum do not constitute a final, binding agreement but mark a significant step in the negotiation process.

While Trump characterized the development favorably at the summit, diplomats involved in the talks acknowledged gaps in the current framework. The nature of these remaining issues has not been detailed publicly, and it remains unclear how quickly negotiators can resolve them before the scheduled formal signing.

The agreement, if finalized, would represent a shift after months of elevated tensions between Washington and Tehran. Both nations have exchanged military strikes and rhetoric in recent months, prompting international concern about broader conflict in the region.

The G7 summit, held in France, provided a forum for Trump to discuss the Iran developments with allies from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom. The leaders gathered to address a range of global economic and security matters.