Trump says U.S. deal with Iran "is now complete," authorizes removal of Navy blockade of Strait of Hormuz

TL;DR

U.S. and Iran reach a deal for the permanent termination of military operations on all fronts.
President Trump declares the deal complete and authorizes the removal of the U.S. Naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
A signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 19, in Switzerland.
The agreement includes the end of military operations in Lebanon.
Mediators from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar facilitated the negotiations.
Qatari mediators conducted intensive negotiations, with further preparatory meetings to take place in Doha.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed the finalization and scheduled signing of the memorandum of understanding.
The full text of the agreement will be released after the signing.
Iranian officials stated the agreement was drafted in an atmosphere of continued distrust.

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