US and Iran sign Islamabad MOU to end war

The United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding brokered by Pakistan to halt hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement calls for lifting sanctions, withdrawing US forces and restoring vital sea lanes. Analysts caution that Israel's exclusion could undermine the pact and jeopardise lasting peace in the region. The deal marks a tentative step toward de‑escalation but remains fragile.