Trump Pauses Iran Attack as Ceasefire Deal Moves Forward [WATCH]

President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a two-week delay of a planned U.S. military strike against Iran following discussions with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, as negotiations continue toward a broader agreement.

According to Trump, the decision came after both leaders requested that the United States “hold off the destructive force being sent tonight to Iran,” referring to a previously announced military action that was expected to begin at 8 p.m. Eastern time if no agreement had been reached.

The delay is tied to conditions involving Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump said the postponement is contingent on the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to “the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz.”

In a Truth Social post, Trump described the current development as a step toward de-escalation.

“This will be a double-sided CEASEFIRE!” Trump wrote.

“The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all Military objectives, and are very far along with a definitive Agreement concerning Longterm PEACE with Iran, and PEACE in the Middle East.”

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Trump stated that the administration had received a 10-point proposal from Iran and indicated that officials view it as a viable starting point for further negotiations.

“Almost all of the various points of past contention have been agreed to between the United States and Iran, but a two week period will allow the Agreement to be finalized and consummated,” Trump wrote.

“On behalf of the United States of America, as President, and also representing the Countries of the Middle East, it is an Honor to have this Longterm problem close to resolution.”

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council issued a response acknowledging the diplomatic efforts of Pakistan’s leadership.

The council thanked Sharif and Munir for their “tireless efforts” aimed at ending hostilities in the region and stated that Iran would agree to cease defensive operations if attacks against the country are halted.

Iran also outlined conditions for maritime activity during the two-week period.

According to the statement, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz “will be possible via coordination with Iran’s Armed Forces” and with “due consideration of technical limitations.”

Statement on behalf of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran: pic.twitter.com/cEtBNCLnWT

— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) April 7, 2026

As part of the developing agreement, Israel has agreed to suspend its bombing campaign in Iran, aligning with the broader ceasefire framework under discussion.

Sharif confirmed that the ceasefire would apply across multiple areas in the region.

In a public statement, he said the ceasefire would take effect “everywhere,” including Lebanon, and would begin immediately.

“I warmly welcome the sagacious gesture and extend deepest gratitude to the leadership of both the countries and invite their delegations to Islamabad on Friday, 10th April 2026, to further negotiate for a conclusive agreement to settle all disputes,” Sharif said.

“Both parties have displayed remarkable wisdom and understanding and have remained constructively engaged in furthering the cause of peace and stability. We earnestly hope, that the ‘Islamabad Talks’ succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days!”

The White House addressed reports that additional negotiations could take place in Pakistan later in the week but cautioned that no final arrangements have been confirmed.

“There are discussions about in person talks, but nothing is final until announced by the President or the White House,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News.

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