memorandum of understanding
Britishnoun
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Instead he is pursuing a memorandum of understanding with Iran that would extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
It comes after US officials told the BBC the two countries had agreed a framework of a deal - known as a memorandum of understanding - pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Fresh reports of progress on a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran came over the holiday weekend when there was very little other market-relevant news, he says.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
"Because it's a memorandum of understanding for speed."
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
Progress toward a deal slowed Monday, though the two sides are working toward a memorandum of understanding that would end the fighting.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
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