US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on his threats
Why it matters: The two‑week pause will allow commercial ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz under joint Iranian‑Omani control, preserving oil shipments for the next 14 days.
- United States – President Trump announced a pause in his “civilization‑destroying” rhetoric and said U.S. forces would simply monitor the ceasefire, per AP.
- Iran – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran will co‑manage the Strait of Hormuz with Oman, charging fees to fund reconstruction, while also demanding U.S. troop withdrawal and sanctions relief.
- Israel – Prime Minister Netanyahu endorsed the ceasefire but clarified it does not cover ongoing Hezbollah attacks in Lebanon, a point that conflicts with Pakistan’s claim the ceasefire is comprehensive.
- Pakistan – Acting as mediator, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged Trump to extend the deadline and said talks to cement a peace plan would start Friday, while UN Secretary‑General Guterres called for all parties to honor the ceasefire.
A tentative two‑week ceasefire was struck between the United States, Israel and Iran after President Trump softened his threats, but the deal hinges on Iran’s demand to jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz with Oman and excludes Hezbollah fighting in Lebanon.
