The Iranian Foreign Minister and the U.S. President have both indicated that a deal to conclude the conflict in Iran may soon be reached. Mediators based in Pakistan mention they are striving "to finalize the following actions." Antshas has further details.
Pakistan Mediator refers to the Iran-US peace agreement document as "approved"
US and Iran state that an accord to conclude hostilities is now more imminent than ever
Trump claims that the deal specifics disclosed by Iran are false
Israel's Netanyahu states that his nation is not involved in the suggested arrangement
A summary of key developments during the conflict in Iran and the broader Middle East on Friday, June 12, 2026:
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Pakistan: "The final version of the peace agreement has been finalized"
On Friday, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed confidence aligned with perspectives from Washington and Tehran, suggesting that an agreement between the U.S. and Iran might be more imminent than previously thought.
We have confirmed that a finalized, mutually accepted version of the peace agreement has been completed," he stated on social media, noting that Islamabad is now "collaborating closely with both parties to conclude the subsequent actions.
Pakistani negotiators have been instrumental in talks between the U.S. and Iran, with Sharif stating, "Peace has never been so near as it is today."
He further urged every party and each observer to avoid disseminating false details, which he described as "noise."
"He stated that he was completely conscious of the ongoing campaigns of false information being carried out by individuals seeking to undermine the peace agreement," without mentioning any specific organization.
Iran: "The peace agreement has never been nearer"
The Iranian foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated on Friday that a peace deal with the U.S. "is now more attainable than ever."
Araghchi's statement, shared on social media, followed reports from three regional officials who informed the Associated Press (AP) news agency that an agreement between Washington and Tehran was "imminent."
A high-ranking American representative allegedly informed AP that the "provisional" agreement contains provisions for "eliminating and dismantling nuclear substances in Iran."
Araghchi mentioned the possible agreement as the "Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding," highlighting Pakistan's significant involvement in facilitating discussions.
Until it is finalized, the media should avoid making guesses about its contents," he further stated. "Consistent with our proactive and open strategy, all information will be provided to the public at the appropriate time.
Israeli official states: "We will not pull back from Lebanon, Syria, Gaza"
No matter what agreement might be reached in any peace treaty between the U.S. and Iran, Israel has stated that it will not pull back from any areas captured during the present conflict in the Middle East and will keep fighting against all efforts by Iran to obtain nuclear arms, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Friday.
Our defense policy is precise and straightforward: we take action against both immediate and remote dangers, aiming for conclusive results instead of settlements and trade-offs," Katz posted on social media, emphasizing that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) "will not leave the secure areas in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
Katz stated that this policy represented a "key takeaway from the incidents of October 7 [2023]"—the day when Hamas fighters carried out assaults in Israel, resulting in more than 1,000 fatalities and an additional 251 individuals being taken captive.
The Israeli offensive into Gaza has resulted in more than 70,000 Palestinian deaths and significant damage to the region’s infrastructure, simultaneously escalating tensions with Iran-aligned Hezbollah in Lebanon and with Iran directly, as Israel receives backing from the U.S. in this confrontation.
"Collectively, we have dealt significant damage to Iran, which has delayed its abilities for numerous years," stated Katz — even as Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) keeps attacking U.S. military installations throughout the Gulf, and notably Israel.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Washington and Tehran are near finalizing a peace agreement, an arrangement that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts does not involve Israel, although Defense Minister Katz argues it reflects a mutual concern of safeguarding against Iran obtaining atomic arms.
"We anticipate [President Trump] will adhere to this principle [and also] further principles within the area of missiles and militant allies," Katz stated, mentioning Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza.
Trump states that the portrayal by Iranian media regarding the terms has "nothing" to do with what was "agreed upon."
On Friday, President Donald Trump expressed his disapproval of Iranian claims regarding a potential deal between the United States and Iran through social media posts.
the phrases that iran disclosed to the fake news have absolutely nothing to do with the terms that were finalized in writing," trump stated, asserting that the reports had "no connection to the facts.
Extremely dishonest individuals to work with," Trump wrote. "With them, there is no concept of conducting business honestly. AMAZING!
Trump further stated that Iran's "completely rejected" drone assault on Indian vessels departing the Strait of Hormuz was "TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE." This comes after India criticized the United States over multiple attacks that targeted ships manned by Indian seafarers in recent days.
"Iran needs to sort themselves out, and quickly," the president ended.
The terms of an agreement, whether written or verbal, stay unclear since neither party has publicly released the details of a memoranda of understanding.
Mediators from Pakistan on Friday merely referred vaguely to the "advancements made via continuous diplomatic dialogue," without specifying details beyond expressing "hope that these initiatives will eventually result in a lasting agreement and peaceful settlement."
Iran claims the preliminary agreement maintains control over Hormuz and outlines an end to hostilities in Lebanon.
State-run Iranian media claim that a proposed deal with the U.S. would allow Iran to maintain authority over the Strait of Hormuz.
Traffic across Hormuz has remained under Iranian authority since hostilities with the U.S. and Israel commenced on February 28. Iran has permitted just restricted maritime movement and mandates ships to obtain approval from its military prior to passage.
"Iran does not commit within this document to hand over control of the strait or restore the situation that was present before the U.S. and Israeli military attacks," stated the official IRNA news agency. It mentioned "the general framework of the current draft" being completed.
The spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmaeil Baqaei, stated that Iran has yet to arrive at a definitive decision regarding the pact.
According to a source near the negotiators, Iran's Mehr News Agency released what it called a preliminary agreement. The document aimed to conclude hostilities across all areas, such as Lebanon, unfreeze $24 billion (€20.8 billion) in Iranian funds, and establish a 60-day period for discussions regarding Tehran’s nuclear activities.
The proposal also includes a temporary halt on penalties against Iran's oil and petrochemical exports, as well as the complete removal of the U.S. maritime embargo on Iranian harbors that has been enforced since April 13. It emphasizes requests for compensation and rebuilding initiatives estimated to exceed $300 billion.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Israel is not involved in the suggested agreement Netanyahu states Israel has no role in the proposed arrangement The Prime Minister clarifies Israel isn't part of the planned settlement Netanyahu asserts Israel doesn't participate in the agreed-upon proposal According to Netanyahu, Israel hasn't joined the recommended pact
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Thursday that his administration had no involvement in the agreement reached between the United States and Iran.
Prime Minister Netanyahu thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for his "dedication regarding the conditions of any ultimate deal with Iran."
Nevertheless, he explained that Israel was not included in the memorandum of understanding declared by Trump.
Prime Minister Netanyahu contacted President Trump on Thursday following the latter's announcement of the agreement, which has not been officially responded to by Tehran yet.
The office of the Israeli Prime Minister stated that Trump remained dedicated to removing enriched materials from Iran, destroying enrichment facilities, restricting missile manufacturing, and stopping Iran's backing of regional allies.
Iran has stated that the agreement will not include its missile program, and talks regarding nuclear and economic matters remain pending.
After the start of the conflict on February 28 and the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an Israeli air attack on Tehran, the Lebanese Hezbollah group launched missiles toward Israel, thus joining the war alongside Iran.
Israel carried out air strikes on the southern outskirts of the capital city Beirut and additional regions within its northern neighboring country, escalating the conflict into Lebanon. The Israeli defense forces have additionally taken control of a section of territory in south Lebanon, establishing a "security zone" in this region, which they claim serves as a base for Hezbollah operations targeting Israeli settlements.
The Iranian semi-state news outlet Mehr, quoted by the AFP news agency regarding information about the initial agreement, stated that the Memorandum of Understanding will involve a "permanent and immediate halt to fighting across all fronts, including in Lebanon."
State-run Iranian media covers proposed agreement details with the United States
Reports indicate that Iran has prepared a preliminary agreement with the United States aimed at reducing hostilities and altering regional stability.
Nevertheless, an official statement from Tehran remains unverified.
The suggestion involves easing penalties and reducing military tensions, but does not address critical matters such as missile programs, reported the Mehr News Agency, a state-backed media outlet affiliated with the Iranian administration.
Mehr stated that the proposal involves a U.S. promise to remove restrictions, pull troops out of areas near Iran, and terminate a maritime embargo.
The deal is said to include the resumption of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the removal of oil-related penalties, and the unfreezing of Iran's held assets.
Negotiations are anticipated to center around nuclear and economic matters, according to Mehr, although this will not include Iran's missile program.
The proposal still needs authorization from appropriate officials.
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U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned that papers were being drafted and might be available for signature shortly.
On Thursday, Trump informed journalists inside the Oval Office that he was aware Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei had consented to a "highly robust memorandum of understanding."
The leader previously mentioned that the vice president, JD Vance, would be present during the signing of any agreement.
Previously, Trump canceled plans for additional attacks on Iran, stating that the last details of an agreement with Tehran had been "accepted by everyone concerned."
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