Trump extends Iran ceasefire, cites Pakistan request
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire with Iran will be extended indefinitely, despite earlier threats to resume airstrikes. He rejected allegations about a ship carrying a "gift from China" to Tehran. Trump stated that military action will be on hold "until their leaders and representatives can present a cohesive proposal," which he linked to a request from Pakistan. In the meantime, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues.
Key facts
- Trump announced indefinite extension of ceasefire with Iran
- He downplayed reports of intercepted ship carrying 'gift from China'
- US will avoid military action until Iran presents unified proposal
- Trump cited a request from Pakistan for the extension
- Strait of Hormuz shutdown continues
Entities
Locations
- Iran
- Pakistan
- Strait of Hormuz