U.S. and Iran Reach Deal to End War

The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Saturday to end their war. The United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy responded the next day. The four nations said they are prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to steps Iran takes on its nuclear program.

The leaders of the four countries issued a joint statement on Sunday. "Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon. We stand ready to work with the US, Iran and the IAEA to this end," the statement said.

They did not list specific sanctions that would be removed. The statement also did not set a timetable for action. No details were released on enforcement mechanisms or verification steps that would accompany any sanctions relief.

The announcement comes as the four countries coordinate their approach to Iran policy with the United States.