US-Iran Memorandum Signed Remotely by Presidents Without Formal Ceremony

18/06/2026

WASHINGTON / TEHRAN, Jun 18: The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States has been signed by the presidents of both countries through a digital and remote process, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said.

Baghaei confirmed that the document was signed “minutes ago” by the two presidents, explaining that the decision to avoid a formal signing ceremony was based on previous experiences and concerns over compliance with agreements.

“When a text is signed by the highest officials of the two countries, naturally its violation carries higher costs,” Baghaei said.

He added that Tehran believed a public ceremony was unnecessary, saying: “We also concluded that holding a ceremony was not really necessary.”

The remote signing comes as Washington and Tehran move forward with a broader framework aimed at ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing sanctions and beginning negotiations on outstanding issues, including Iran’s nuclear programme and regional security concerns.

Iranian officials have repeatedly stressed the importance of guarantees and accountability in any agreement with the United States, citing previous disputes over commitments made between the two countries.

The memorandum is expected to serve as a foundation for further negotiations, with both sides set to work toward a comprehensive final agreement within the agreed timeframe.