politics
U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding likely to be signed next week
Updated on: June 11, 2026 / 6:40 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- A U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding is anticipated to be signed early next week, initiating further diplomatic negotiations.
- The agreement includes demining and opening the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran potentially halting uranium enrichment for 15-20 years.
- In exchange, Iran would receive staggered financial relief, sequenced with compliance.
- U.S. intelligence does not believe Iran possesses or seeks a nuclear weapon, but acknowledges its pursuit of being at the threshold.
- Conflicting reports exist, with Iranian sources denying approval of an initial memorandum.
- The deal may involve UN inspectors disposing of nuclear material and inspecting sites, following past U.S. and Israeli bombings of nuclear facilities.
- The memorandum also addresses the conflict in Lebanon involving Hezbollah.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlined parameters including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and negotiating limitations on enrichment activity, with sanctions relief contingent on compliance.