US and Iran reportedly close to signing preliminary ceasefire agreement

The United States and Iran are reportedly close to finalizing a preliminary ceasefire, with a "framework" agreement possibly being signed this Sunday in Geneva. Both countries signaled on Friday, June 12, that an accord could soon be reached, and a high-ranking American official confirmed the document's text has been mutually accepted. This diplomatic progress follows a period of elevated tensions, during which US President Donald Trump had threatened a "very strong strike" against Iran and declared intentions to seize Kharg Island and other oil infrastructure. President Trump subsequently announced the cancellation of these planned military actions, which had followed American forces attacking Iranian sites and Iran reportedly striking US bases. Further discussions are expected after the initial signing.

Sources: Радіо Свобода, Українська правда