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U.S. and Iran Sign 14-Point Memorandum to Begin Nuclear Talks
The United States and Iran signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding Friday that starts a 60-day window for a final agreement. The framework calls for an end to military operations, removal of a U.S. naval blockade, and Iranian commitments not to develop nuclear weapons.
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The United States and Iran signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding Friday that opens a 60-day negotiating period for a final nuclear agreement. The document requires both sides to halt military operations, including in Lebanon, and outlines steps for Washington to lift its naval blockade while Iran ensures safe commercial passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
The memorandum states that Iran "shall not procure or develop nuclear weapons" and that enriched material will be handled under International Atomic Energy Agency supervision. It also provides that sanctions relief and economic benefits will be granted only after Tehran meets the stated conditions.
Maher said on HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher" that the memorandum fell short of earlier U.S. demands. '" The White House described the framework as a "historic breakthrough" that would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Officials said the United States is not providing any immediate financial payments to Iran.
Developments After Signing Iran's armed forces said Saturday they would close the Strait of Hormuz again, citing continued Israeli attacks in Lebanon. U.S. Central Command disputed the claim, stating that safe passage remained open and that 55 merchant ships carrying more than 17 million barrels of oil transited the strait that day.
