The MOU Ignites a Firestorm

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June 17, 2026

The details of the 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran
are revealed, It has a lot of firm language, most of it seemingly
granting Iran everything it wanted, The MOU commits the US and
its “allies” to stop military operations on all fronts, The US
will terminate sanctions against Iran and lift the blockade of
Iranian ports, Iran will use “best efforts” to support safe
passage through the Strait of Hormuz, Language suggesting Iran
will not develop a nuclear weapon does not include a process to
enforce the promise, The war against Iran has cost lives and
treasure for the US, Iran, and other countries around the world,
Iran is claiming victory, while the US has come away with
nothing, Trump seems prepared to blame J. D. Vance if the MOU
doesn't work out, MAGA supporters of the Iran War are
furious about the "deal," Trump dines at Versailles, and, in an
awkward historical twist, signs the MOU while there.

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