Iran agrees to safe passage through Hormuz strait for two weeks 'if attacks halted'
Why it matters: The Strait of Hormuz will be open for two weeks, impacting global oil shipments and regional stability.
- US President Donald Trump announced an agreement for a two-week ceasefire with Iran.
- The White House confirmed that Israel has also agreed to the truce.
- Iran has conditionally agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks, specifically if attacks are halted, with further talks reportedly scheduled for April 10 in Islamabad.
Iran has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the US, ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, provided attacks are halted. This agreement, also confirmed by the White House to include Israel, comes with Iran's condition that access to the strait is contingent on the cessation of hostilities.
