US and Iran Sign Initial Deal to End War, Ease Sanctions and Open Strait as Nuclear Talks Continue

MIDDLE EAST – U.S. President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Iran on Wednesday that calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, and waives U.S.-backed sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely in a major concession from Washington, according to details released by both countries.

The initial deal to end the war takes “immediate effect” after leaders from both countries signed it.

The agreement calls for a permanent end to hostilities, and starts a 60-day negotiating clock to reach a final deal on the future of Iran’s nuclear program, even though Trump left the door open to resume attacks.

It appears that the United States offers Iran several benefits up front while extracting little in return.