memorandum of understanding
Britishnoun
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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
On Wednesday, Iranian state media reported elements of what they described as an unofficial draft of a 14-point memorandum of understanding.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
On the other hand, the U.S. and Iran still appear to be working toward a memorandum of understanding to end the fighting.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
"According to reports from Donald Trump, a memorandum of understanding has been 'largely negotiated', with details to be announced at some stage soon, although there appears to be limited urgency," Weston said.
From Barron's • May 25, 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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