The United States and Iran shifted toward ceasefire negotiations on June 11 after two consecutive days of attacks and counterattacks. US President Donald Trump canceled a third airstrike against Iran three hours before its scheduled execution on June 11 evening, announcing the cancellation via social media. Trump stated the cancellation was based on the fact that discussions between the US and the Islamic Republic of Iran were transmitted to and approved by Iran's supreme leadership. The military action resumption began on June 9 following the downing of a US Apache helicopter.
Trump Cancels Third Airstrike on June 11
Trump announced the cancellation of the third airstrike scheduled for June 11 evening via social media. He stated the decision was based on discussions between the US and Iran's Islamic Republic being transmitted to and approved by Iran's supreme leadership. Trump announced that the time and location of the signing ceremony will be announced soon. During a proclamation signing event at the White House Oval Office, Trump told reporters the signing ceremony could possibly be held in Europe this weekend, and that Vice President JD Vance would attend if the ceremony takes place.
Signing Ceremony Details and Hormuz Strait Reopening
Trump stated the Hormuz Strait will open immediately upon the two countries signing the ceasefire agreement document. He indicated the signing ceremony could possibly occur this weekend in Europe with Vice President JD Vance in attendance. The announcement followed Trump's statement that the time and location of the signing ceremony would be announced soon.
Previous US Military Action Near Tehran
Trump announced the previous day that the US deployed 49 Tomahawk missiles to strike targets near Tehran and other locations in Iran. Trump stated that bombing against Iran would stop soon. When asked by a Fox News reporter what would happen if Iran did not sign the agreement presented by the US negotiating team, Trump responded, "We will bomb them tomorrow night and blow them to pieces."
Iranian Officials Confirm Progress on Agreement Terms
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated on June 11 that nothing has been finalized regarding the signing of the agreement, and that all reports about the signing time and location are purely speculative. However, Baghaei acknowledged that major parts of the agreement have been finalized. Iran's Fars News Agency cited informed sources stating that as the US ultimately accepted Iran's original MOU proposal, Iran's supreme leadership is likely to grant final approval of the text.
FAQ
What did Trump announce on June 11 regarding Iran?
Trump announced on June 11 that he canceled a third airstrike against Iran scheduled for that evening, stating the cancellation was based on discussions between the US and Iran being approved by Iran's supreme leadership. He indicated a signing ceremony could possibly be held this weekend in Europe.
What military action did the US take against Iran before the ceasefire announcement?
Trump announced the previous day that the US deployed 49 Tomahawk missiles to strike targets near Tehran and other locations in Iran. The military action resumption began on June 9 following the downing of a US Apache helicopter.
What did Iranian officials say about the agreement status?
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated on June 11 that nothing has been finalized and reports about signing time and location are speculative, but acknowledged that major parts of the agreement have been finalized. Fars News Agency reported that Iran's supreme leadership is likely to approve the final text after the US accepted Iran's original MOU proposal.
