President Donald J. Trump announced on Tuesday a two-week suspension of planned military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The decision follows intensive diplomatic discussions with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir.
Writing on Truth Social, the President confirmed he has agreed to hold off on a destructive force that was scheduled for deployment tonight. The suspension is contingent upon Iran agreeing to the safe and immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
The move represents a significant de-escalation in a conflict that has recently reached a critical tipping point. President Trump characterized the new arrangement as a double-sided ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.
According to the President, the United States has already met and exceeded its primary military objectives in the region. He noted that the administration is now focused on a definitive agreement concerning long-term peace in the Middle East.
Central to these negotiations is a 10-point proposal received from the Iranian government. President Trump described the document as a workable basis for ending the long-standing hostilities between the two nations.
White House officials indicated that most previous points of contention have already been resolved. The fourteen-day period will allow diplomats to finalize and consummate the legal terms of the peace treaty.
The intervention by Pakistan's leadership appears to have played a decisive role in the pause. Prime Minister Sharif and Field Marshal Munir specifically requested the delay to facilitate a diplomatic exit from the crisis.
The Strait of Hormuz remains the primary condition for the ongoing ceasefire. Its opening is expected to alleviate pressure on global energy markets after weeks of heightened tension and naval blockades.
President Trump stated it is an honor to have this long-term problem close to a resolution. He emphasized that he is acting on behalf of the United States and representing the interests of the region.
International observers are closely monitoring the situation as the two-week countdown begins. Further details regarding the specific terms of the Iranian 10-point proposal have not been made public.