U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU)
Coverage of U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) in the Nexus archive.
- Regional mediators scramble to prevent U.S.-Iran deal from collapsing
Regional mediators including Qatar and Pakistan are working to de-escalate U.S.-Iran tensions and revive a nuclear deal after recent airstrikes and violations of a memorandum of understanding. President Trump declared the MOU 'over' following Iranian attacks on vessels, but U.S. officials emphasize continued commitment to technical-level negotiations to avoid all-out war.
- Trump’s new Iran deal faces nuclear blind spot over uranium stockpile, experts warn
President Trump’s new Iran framework faces warnings from nuclear experts about insufficient control over Iran’s uranium stockpile. The U.S.-Iran MOU proposes downblending enriched uranium under IAEA supervision but leaves key details unresolved, with experts emphasizing the need for unfettered on-site inspections. A recent IAEA report highlights limited visibility into Iran’s nuclear program, complicating verification efforts.