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    Axios correspondent Barak Ravid published details of the 12-point memorandum of understanding, citing a senior US official and White House sources

    He also reported that the document was digitally signed by President Trump, Vice President Vance, and Iran’s Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf.


    Here is the 12-point plan as reported by The Mirror quoting Ravid:


    1. Iran, US and allies stop fighting across the region—including in Lebanon


    2. Iran reaffirms commitment not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons


    3. US and Iran address disposal of enriched uranium stockpile


    4. Both sides discuss enrichment and Iran’s nuclear needs


    5. Iran maintains nuclear program status quo during negotiations


    6. US lifts naval blockade, imposes no new sanctions, refrains from troop increases


    7. Iran guarantees toll-free passage for commercial ships through Strait of Hormuz for 60 days


    8. US releases frozen Iranian assets once MOU takes effect [Note: Ravid actually quoted a senior US official denying Iranian media claims that Washington would release 12–25 billion in frozen assets unconditionally before negotiations. The official stated: “This is completely not true. This is a pay-for-performance deal and no frozen funds will be released without the Iranians implementing their commitments”.]


    9. Upon final agreement, US withdraws forces within 30 days and lifts all sanctions


    10. Final agreement includes 300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran


    11. US provides temporary oil sanctions waivers during negotiations


    12. Iran, Oman, and Gulf states negotiate maritime security arrangements


    Commentary. Considering how Benjamin Netanyahu tried yesterday to convince everyone in Israel of his “victory”, Trump has found arguments for him (at least for now) not to interfere with him concluding this deal.


    If the above reporting is true, whose victory do you think it is? Please share your thoughts in the comments.

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