Tehran: In a move likely to ease global tensions, Iran has accepted US President Donald Trump’s peace overture, agreeing to a two-week pause in military operations and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced the decision on X, stating that Iran would halt its military actions if it is not attacked. He also expressed gratitude to Pakistan’s leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, for their efforts in mediating the situation.
Araghchi said the decision follows requests for negotiations based on proposals from both sides, including a 15-point US framework and Iran’s 10-point plan. He confirmed that Iran’s armed forces would cease defensive operations during this period if hostilities stop.
He added that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz would be ensured for two weeks, coordinated with Iran’s armed forces and subject to technical considerations.
The temporary ceasefire is expected to pave the way for broader negotiations between the US and Iran, with the possibility of a peace summit in Islamabad.
Earlier, US President Donald Trump had announced the suspension of the “bombing and attack” campaign on Iran, describing Iran’s proposal as a workable basis for further negotiations.