Iran's foreign ministry says 'deep mistrust' of US remains despite peace deal

Iran said on Monday that deep mistrust of the United States persists despite a framework agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and easing regional tensions.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei made the comments at a weekly press briefing in Tehran, a day after both sides announced the deal. He described the agreement as merely a step toward reducing tensions rather than a resolution of underlying disputes.

What did Iran's foreign ministry say about the US-Iran deal?

Iran's foreign ministry said the deal does not resolve its deep mistrust of the United States, which it attributes to a long history of what it described as wrongdoing by American leaders.

Spokesperson Baqaei said the US still has a long way to go before it can earn the trust of the Iranian people, calling the framework agreement a step toward reducing tensions and ending the war, not a broader settlement.

What conditions did Iran set for the deal to hold?

Baqaei said Washington must ensure Israel halts military operations in Lebanon under the terms of the agreement. "The United States must honour its commitments. It must ensure that the Zionist regime also respects its own regarding Lebanon," he said, adding that Iran trusts neither Israel nor the United States.

He also said the United States had committed to facilitating the release of Iranian funds frozen abroad and to addressing compensation for damage caused during the conflict. Baqaei described both as essential: "The American side has committed to taking measures in both areas," he said.

Will Iran charge tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran will not impose transit tolls on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Baqaei said, but ships will be charged fees for navigation services, environmental protection, insurance and other operational requirements.

The strait is one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes, and its status under the deal has drawn close attention from energy markets and regional governments.

What are the key terms of the US-Iran framework agreement?

The United States and Iran announced a framework agreement on Sunday providing for an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations across all fronts, including Lebanon. The deal also calls for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of a US naval blockade on Iranian ports. Pakistan mediated the negotiations and is expected to host the formal signing ceremony in Geneva on June 19.

US President Donald Trump confirmed the agreement on Truth Social, describing it as complete, and said restrictions on Iranian ports would be removed. Vice President JD Vance said he planned to attend the Geneva signing and suggested Trump could also participate. Governments across Europe, Asia and the Middle East welcomed the announcement, describing it as a significant diplomatic breakthrough.

How did Hezbollah respond to Iran's role in the deal?

Hezbollah thanked Iran on Monday for insisting that Lebanon be included in the agreement to end the Middle East conflict. The group expressed what it called profound gratitude to Iran's leaders, forces and people for their steadfast support of Lebanon and its resistance, and for ensuring Lebanon was part of any understanding leading to a cessation of war.

Hezbollah also issued a warning, saying it would not accept any aggression that violates Lebanese sovereignty or harms its people. The group vowed to remain committed to Lebanon's right to defend itself until a full Israeli withdrawal is achieved and prisoners are returned.

The conflict began in late February following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and disrupted regional trade, energy markets and shipping routes. The memorandum of understanding is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland later this week.