US President Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran Amid Tensions

In a significant development, President Donald Trump has announced a two-week pause on military actions against Iran, contingent upon the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This decision comes amid escalating tensions in the region and follows discussions with Pakistani officials. While Iran has accepted the ceasefire, it disputes certain claims made by Trump. The announcement raises hopes for a potential peace agreement as both nations navigate complex negotiations. Read on to explore the implications of this ceasefire and the reactions from both sides.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 8, 2026, 06:10 IST

US President's Announcement

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump declared that the United States would halt any planned military actions against Iran for a duration of two weeks. He made this announcement on Truth Social, just before the expiration of a 48-hour deadline he had set for potential action. This decision comes at a time of heightened tensions, with concerns about a significant military escalation in the region.

In his statement, Trump indicated that this pause would be part of a “double-sided” ceasefire, contingent upon Iran fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil and gas shipments. However, Iranian officials presented a different narrative, asserting that while they agreed to the ceasefire, they did not accept Trump's conditions regarding the Strait.

Details of the Ceasefire

Trump's Justification for the Ceasefire

Trump elaborated on his reasoning for the ceasefire, stating, “Following discussions with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir from Pakistan, who urged me to refrain from launching destructive actions against Iran, I have decided to suspend military operations for two weeks, provided that Iran agrees to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz. This will constitute a double-sided CEASEFIRE!” He further explained that the decision was made because the U.S. had already achieved its military objectives and was progressing towards a long-term peace agreement with Iran and stability in the Middle East.

Trump also mentioned that the U.S. received a 10-point proposal from Iran, which he deemed a viable foundation for negotiations. He expressed optimism that most contentious issues had been resolved and that the two-week timeframe would facilitate the finalization of the agreement.

Iran's Reaction to the Ceasefire

Iran's Response

Iran confirmed its acceptance of the two-week ceasefire but contested several aspects of Trump's statement. The Supreme National Security Council of Iran claimed, “Iran achieved a historic victory by compelling the U.S. to acknowledge its 10-point plan. The U.S. has recognized Iran's authority over the Strait of Hormuz, its rights to enrichment, and the removal of all sanctions,” as reported by Mehr News Agency. This announcement followed Trump's earlier warning that “a whole civilization would perish tonight,” which had heightened fears of a large-scale military strike. In response, Iran stated it was prepared for any eventuality.

Pakistan played a significant role in these developments, with officials advocating for a two-week ceasefire and encouraging both parties to de-escalate tensions. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz during this period, highlighting its critical importance to the global energy supply.