Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly released what he describes as a “historic document” — a copy of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, bearing the signatures of US President Donald Trump and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The announcement marks the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since tensions between Washington and Tehran escalated earlier this year.
Pezeshkian said the agreement represents a turning point after months of confrontation, framing it as a message from a “powerful Iran” that peace is possible through mutual respect. According to him, the MoU includes a key provision: the US naval blockade on Iran will be lifted within 30 days, a longstanding Iranian demand and a major condition for broader diplomatic engagement.
The deal reportedly emerged after intensified mediation by Pakistan, which positioned itself as a facilitator between the two adversaries. Islamabad confirmed its role through an official statement, noting that Sharif signed the MoU as mediator, while Trump and Pezeshkian signed as primary parties to the agreement.
While the document has generated global attention, its full terms have not yet been released, and independent verification is still awaited. Early indications suggest the agreement aims to address several contentious issues, including maritime restrictions, sanctions‑related obstacles and aspects of Iran’s nuclear programme. The strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil shipments, has added urgency to the negotiations, with energy markets closely watching developments.
Analysts caution that the MoU represents only the beginning of a complex diplomatic process. The coming weeks will determine whether political commitments translate into concrete actions such as easing sanctions, restoring trade channels and implementing security guarantees. Pezeshkian acknowledged the fragility of the moment, saying the agreement is a step toward peace but not a final settlement.