Trump claims victory over Iran, but deal is silent on nuclear weapons

On 16 June 2026, Trump claimed victory after signing a memorandum of understanding with Iran and said Iran had agreed to never have nuclear weapons, although the Washington Post wrote that the deal is silent on nuclear weapons. Vance called the memorandum a 'very general document'. Trump rejected claims of a $300 million fund and said the US has 'no obligation' to invest in Iran. The deal was met with skepticism on Capitol Hill, Israelis denounced it, and Bolton said Iran duped Trump.

Iran's foreign minister Araghchi said ending the war includes an end to Israel's presence in Lebanon, and that an Israeli attack or continued occupation would breach the memorandum. Netanyahu said Israel will keep forces in Lebanon. Araghchi said the next round of talks with the US would start on Friday.