Israel Backs Trump's Ceasefire Proposal with Conditions on Iran

Israel has shown support for President Trump's proposal to temporarily halt military actions against Iran, contingent on specific conditions. The two-week ceasefire is tied to Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ceasing hostilities, but notably excludes Lebanon. As negotiations unfold, Iran has accepted the ceasefire and outlined demands that could reshape the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. This development highlights the complexities of international relations in the region, particularly concerning oil trade and military presence.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 8, 2026, 09:20 IST

Israel's Support for Ceasefire Proposal

Israel has expressed its support for US President Donald Trump's initiative to temporarily suspend military actions against Iran. This endorsement comes with specific conditions, including a two-week ceasefire contingent upon Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ceasing hostilities. While aligning with the US's de-escalation efforts, Israel has firmly stated that Lebanon is not included in this agreement.

In a statement shared on the social media platform X, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office affirmed its backing for Trump's decision to halt strikes against Iran. The statement emphasized the importance of ensuring that Iran does not pose a nuclear, missile, or terror threat to the Middle East and beyond. It read, "Israel supports President Trump's decision to suspend strikes against Iran for two weeks, provided Iran immediately opens the straits and halts all attacks on the US, Israel, and regional nations." Furthermore, it reiterated support for US efforts to mitigate threats from Iran.

However, the statement clarified that the two-week ceasefire does not extend to Lebanon. It noted that the US has assured Israel of its commitment to achieving these objectives in forthcoming negotiations.

Agreement on Ceasefire Between US, Israel, and Iran

President Trump announced that he would refrain from attacking Iranian infrastructure, such as bridges and power plants, contingent on Iran agreeing to a two-week ceasefire and reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of the world's oil is transported. He also mentioned that Iran has put forth a "workable" 10-point peace plan aimed at resolving the conflict initiated by the US and Israel earlier this year.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council confirmed its acceptance of the ceasefire and plans to engage in negotiations with the US in Islamabad starting Friday. Iran's conditions for concluding the conflict include gaining control over the strait, the withdrawal of US troops from the area, lifting sanctions, and the release of its frozen assets. These demands suggest a strategic shift in the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and the global oil market.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that passage through the Strait of Hormuz would be permitted for the next two weeks under Iranian military oversight. Meanwhile, a US military official indicated that while offensive operations against Iran have been suspended, defensive measures remain in place.