Statement by Iran

In the name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful.

The esteemed people of Iran are hereby informed:

The Islamic Republic of Iran, under the guidance of its martyred leader, has consolidated its superiority over the American-Zionist enemy. Under the direction of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic (may God protect him), with the support of the entire Iranian people and the devoted efforts of the fighters of Islam, and following several months of difficult and intensive negotiations, the text of a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the negotiations to end the war (the Islamabad negotiations) between Iran and the United States was finalized on the evening of June 14, pursuant to a resolution of the Supreme National Security Council.

According to the agreements reached, the war and military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, will end immediately and permanently beginning tonight. In addition, the naval blockade against Iran will be lifted immediately and in full.

This Memorandum of Understanding will be formally signed on Friday, June 19.

Negotiations toward a final agreement will be deferred until after the other side has fulfilled its commitments under the Memorandum of Understanding. The Islamic Republic of Iran expresses its appreciation to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the State of Qatar for their efforts.

Peace and the mercy and blessings of God be upon you.

Secretariat of the Supreme National Security Council