Key facts
- U.S. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran.
- Trump stated that China's neutrality was instrumental in resolving the conflict.
- The signing occurred remotely after a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on June 18 that he had remotely signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran, marking a significant step toward resolving recent tensions between the two nations. Trump made the announcement to reporters following a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles near Paris. He asserted that China's decision to remain neutral in the conflict had been helpful in achieving this resolution.