Trump pauses Iran strikes for two weeks amid ceasefire push

Washington — Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of planned US military strikes on Iran, signaling a temporary de-escalation in rising Middle East tensions.

The decision is tied to Iran’s willingness to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and continue negotiations toward a broader peace agreement. Trump described the move as part of a “double-sided ceasefire,” indicating expectations of reciprocal steps from Tehran.

According to Trump, the pause followed discussions with Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir, who urged restraint as tensions escalated in the region.

He stated that US military objectives had already been achieved and suggested that talks with Iran were at an advanced stage. Trump also revealed that Washington had received a “10-point proposal” from Iran, which he called a workable foundation for a long-term agreement.

The two-week window, he said, would allow both sides to finalise and formalise a potential deal aimed at ensuring lasting peace in the region.

The announcement came shortly before a previously set deadline, after Trump had warned of severe military consequences if Iran did not agree to terms. Now, the pause is being framed as a key opportunity to resolve one of the region’s longstanding conflicts through diplomacy.

With inputs from IANS