Donald Trump has softened his previously aggressive stance regarding potential military action against Iran, just hours before his self-imposed deadline for Tehran to concede or face catastrophic consequences. The former president announced that he would refrain from targeting Iranian infrastructure, such as bridges and power facilities, contingent upon Iran agreeing to a two-week ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime route responsible for transporting a significant portion of the world\u2019s oil during peacetime.<\/p>\n
In response, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council indicated that it would agree to a conditional ceasefire lasting two weeks, provided that all attacks against Iran cease. Iran\u2019s foreign minister confirmed that passage through the Strait of Hormuz would be facilitated under the supervision of Iranian military forces for the duration of this ceasefire.<\/p>\n
According to Iranian state media, discussions with the United States are set to take place in Islamabad to finalize the details of an agreement, with the objective of recognizing Iran’s military accomplishments. These talks are scheduled to commence on Friday, April 10, and may be extended beyond this initial date, although state media emphasized that these negotiations do not signify the conclusion of hostilities.<\/p>\n
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, announced that Iran, the United States, and their respective allies have reached a consensus on an immediate ceasefire across all fronts, including Lebanon. Sharif has played a pivotal role in facilitating diplomatic efforts between the conflicting parties. In his announcement, he extended an invitation for delegations to gather in Islamabad on April 10, 2026, to continue discussions aimed at achieving a comprehensive resolution to ongoing disputes.<\/p>\n
Trump mentioned that Iran had put forth a “workable” ten-point peace proposal. According to Iranian state media, this proposal includes several conditions that the United States has previously dismissed, such as regulated transit through the Strait of Hormuz in collaboration with Iranian military forces and the withdrawal of all U.S. troops from regional bases. Furthermore, the Iranian plan calls for the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions, full compensation to Iran, and the unfreezing of Iranian assets.<\/p>\n
Additionally, Iranian state media reported that the ten-point plan for ending the conflict necessitates U.S. acceptance of Iran\u2019s uranium enrichment program, which had been a significant sticking point for the Trump administration in the past.<\/p>\n
Despite the proposed ceasefire, missile alerts continued to sound in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Israel, indicating ongoing tensions in the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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