Iran: Trump announces a two-week ceasefire at Pakistan's request

On April 7, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of military operations against Iran, contingent on the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Tehran. This decision followed discussions with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Marshal Asim Munir. Trump described the agreement as a bilateral ceasefire, stating that the U.S. had achieved its military objectives. The ceasefire aims to finalize a comprehensive peace agreement.