WASHINGTON / ISLAMABAD / TEHRAN — In a stunning 11th-hour diplomatic reversal, President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday evening that the United States has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The announcement came just 90 minutes before a final 8:00 PM ET deadline that many feared would trigger the total destruction of Iranian civilian infrastructure.
- The “Truth Social” Announcement
Breaking the news on social media, President Trump credited Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for their role in mediating the pause.
The Condition: The suspension of “destructive force” is contingent upon the “COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING” of the Strait of Hormuz.
The 10-Point Basis: Trump acknowledged receiving a 10-point proposal from Tehran, calling it a “workable basis” for a permanent peace deal.
The Mission Status: “The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all Military objectives,” Trump posted, suggesting the US has achieved its primary goals since the war began on February 28.
- Tehran and Islamabad Respond
The Supreme National Security Council of Iran confirmed its acceptance of the truce shortly after Trump’s post.
Hormuz Reopening: Iranian Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araghchi stated that for the next two weeks, passage through the Strait “will be possible” in coordination with Iran’s military.
Islamabad Summit: Prime Minister Sharif has invited both US and Iranian delegations to Islamabad on Friday, April 10, to begin formal negotiations for a conclusive end to the war.
The “Victory” Claim: Despite the ceasefire, state-run media in Tehran has begun framing the standoff as a “victory” over US and Israeli “aggression.”
- Political Firestorm in Washington
The ceasefire follows a day of intense domestic pressure on the White House.
25th Amendment Talk: Democratic leaders had intensified calls for Trump’s removal earlier on Tuesday, citing “unhinged” threats to wipe out Iranian civilization as evidence of a lack of fitness for office.
White House Caution: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that while in-person talks are being discussed, “nothing is final” until formally signed.
Ceasefire Terms: The 14-Day Window
| Category | Provision |
| Duration | 14 Days (Starting Tuesday Night, April 7, 2026). |
| Strait of Hormuz | Reopened to global shipping under Iranian “coordination.” |
| Military Action | Both sides to cease all “offensive” and “defensive” operations. |
| Negotiations | To commence in Islamabad on Friday, April 10. |
| Proposed Goal | Finalizing a long-term peace agreement based on Iran’s 10-point plan. |
Impact on Global Markets
The announcement brought an immediate, if cautious, sigh of relief to global energy markets. Brent Crude, which had been wavering near $109/barrel, saw a slight dip in late-night trading following the news of the Strait’s reopening.