Prime Minister of Canada welcomes US-Iran memorandum of understanding - Speech Brief
15 June 2026 08:24 UTC · Prime Minister of Canada · PMO News Release · Source · Email X Link

Prime Minister of Canada welcomes US-Iran memorandum of understanding

Key points

  • Welcomes memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran
  • Commits to support reopening the Strait of Hormuz, reassure shipping and conduct mine clearance, and prevent Iran acquiring a nuclear weapon

TL;DR

  • Congratulates the United States, the Iranian government, Pakistan, Qatar and other mediators on the diplomatic breakthrough.
  • Calls for urgent re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz with unconditional and unrestricted freedom of navigation and offers a strictly defensive, independent mission to reassure commercial shipping and conduct mine clearance.
  • Says Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon, offers to work with the US, Iran and the IAEA, and is prepared to lift relevant sanctions for clear, verifiable Iranian steps; reaffirms support for Lebanon's stability and a robust ceasefire.
Original text

“We warmly welcome the announcement of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. We congratulate the United States, the Iranian government and all those involved, including Pakistan, Qatar and all other mediators, on this diplomatic breakthrough. This is a moment of opportunity to restore regional stability and stabilise the global economy. It is now vital that the detailed negotiations are concluded a...

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