Trump announces two-week ceasefire with Iran tied to Hormuz reopening

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a two-week ceasefire agreement with Iran, linking the deal to the immediate and secure reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The announcement came shortly before the expiration of a critical deadline, following diplomatic contacts involving Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, who urged a pause in planned military operations to allow room for negotiations.

According to Trump, both sides have agreed to halt hostilities, with the United States stating it has already achieved its key military objectives. He also indicated that advanced discussions are underway toward a broader, long-term agreement with Tehran.

Sources suggest that Iran has submitted a ten-point proposal, which is now being used as the basis for negotiations, with several major points of contention reportedly already addressed.

The White House also confirmed that Israel has agreed to participate in the ceasefire by suspending its bombing campaign during the negotiation period.

Iran, through its Supreme National Security Council, has approved the temporary ceasefire and signaled readiness to enter talks with the United States, which are expected to take place in Islamabad.

At the same time, Iran’s foreign minister indicated that Tehran is prepared to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt attacks in the Gulf and against Israel, provided that strikes on Iran cease.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Lebanon will not be included in the ceasefire arrangement.

The development marks a potential turning point in the conflict, with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, seen as a key condition for stabilizing global shipping and energy markets.

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