Washington and Tehran announce a peace agreement after more than three months of conflict

The United States and Iran announced Sunday evening that they had reached a framework agreement aimed at ending the war that has pitted the two countries against each other since February 28. The protocol is to be officially signed Friday, June 19, in Geneva, Switzerland, under the mediation of Pakistan.

Le président américain Donald Trump Iranian authorities have confirmed the existence of this agreement, presented as a step towards "the immediate and definitive end of military operations on all fronts," including in Lebanon. However, the full text has not been made public, and many questions remain unanswered.

Among the first measures announced were the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway for global hydrocarbon trade, and the lifting of the US blockade of Iranian ports. The announcement immediately triggered a nearly 5% drop in oil prices and a sharp rise in Asian markets.

According to Tehran, substantive negotiations must now begin within 60 days. These will focus in particular on lifting economic sanctions, the Iranian nuclear program, the reconstruction of the country, and the establishment of a mechanism to monitor the commitments made by both parties.

While Washington claims to have secured a commitment from Iran never to acquire nuclear weapons, no final agreement has yet been reached on this sensitive issue. Donald Trump has also warned that the United States could resume military operations if the talks fail.

Hailed by the UN as "a crucial step towards a peaceful settlement of the conflict," this agreement nonetheless prompts caution among observers. Several experts emphasize that it is primarily a ceasefire and a framework for negotiations, while the issues related to Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and Tehran's regional influence remain unresolved.