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US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats

U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Iran-US war live: Tehran vows ‘heavy response’ if Israel doesn’t stop deadly barrage on Lebanon immediately

Revolutionary Guards say any attack on Hezbollah 'is an attack on Iran'

The Independent UK

Copy-paste gone wrong? Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'draft' blunder on X over US-Iran ceasefire deal

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefly posted a “draft” message about the Iran conflict on his official X account on Wednesday, before quickly editing it. The post, which called for a two-week ceasefire and diplomatic pause, appeared just as the United States and Iran moved towards a temporary truce.

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From the brink to a breather: Trump's Iran pivot buys time, not trust

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire. This pause follows days of escalating strikes and threats. Pakistan played a key role in brokering the truce. Talks are scheduled for Friday in Islamabad. The agreement aims to de-escalate tensions and open a path for diplomacy. Global oil…

The Times of India

Explainer: What is in Iran’s 10-point ceasefire plan and will the US agree to it?

Two-week ceasefire comes after Trump spoke to Pakistan’s leaders, with China also believed to be exerting influence over Tehran

The Guardian - AU

Trump agrees to halt bombing of Iran for two weeks subject to strait reopening

Tehran says vessels will have safe passage through the critical waterway in ‘coordination’ with Iran’s military.

The Independent UK

Trump's ceasefire hangs by a thread as Iran blocks ships from Strait of Hormuz

A threat by the IRGC to destroy ships attempting to pass through the strait comes after explosions in Tehran and across the Middle East

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US‑Iran agree to two‑week ceasefire: Here is Trump’s full statement

US President Donald Trump stepped back late Tuesday from his threats of devastating strikes on Iran, announcing a two-week ceasefire just hours before the deadline he had set for Tehran. The agreement includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and sets…

The Times of India

Trump Agrees to Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran After Receiving 'Workable' 10-Point Proposal and Pakistan Talks

Donald Trump just announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, but on the condition that they would completely and immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

'Double-sided ceasefire': Donald Trump agrees to suspend Iran attack by 2 weeks if it opens Hormuz immediately

In a surprising move, US President Donald Trump has announced a two-week halt to planned military actions against Iran, contingent on the immediate and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz. This potential de-escalation follows discussions with international leaders and signals a significant diplomatic opening, with both nations indicating a…

The Times of India

Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran, Israel Joins Truce

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would suspend planned U.S. bombing and attack operations against Iran for two weeks after talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, a surprise announcement that abruptly shifted the tone of a crisis that had been spiraling toward a possible…

Latin Times

U.S. AND IRAN AGREE TO 2-WEEK CEASEFIRE

The announcement came hours before Trump's deadline to launch massive strikes.

Axios

Markets cheer as Trump says he’s in ‘heated negotiations’ over a new Pakistani two-week ceasefire plan

Markets soared on the news, betting that he’ll accept.

Fortune

Trump announces Iran ceasefire, backing down on threat to destroy country

President Donald Trump on Tuesday evening announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran just hours after a world-shaking threat to eliminate the “whole” Iranian civilization. In a post on his Truth Social platform just after 6:30 p.m. Eastern time, the U.S. commander in chief said senior Pakistani officials had brokered the…

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The Independent UK

Trump issued plea from Pakistan to extend Iran deadline ‘for two weeks’

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Pakistan proposes 2-week Iran ceasefire ahead of Trump deadline

Talks have been showing progress over the past 24 hours.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump warns Iran energy sites face destruction without a quick deal

President Donald Trump says Iran faces massive damage to its energy system unless it quickly agrees to end the war

The Independent UK

Why Pakistan’s ambitious bid to mediate in the Iran-US war could ‘backfire’

Islamabad is making a high-stakes mediation attempt to settle the world’s most consequential conflict. Success will elevate its global standing but failure may prove costly, analysts tell Shweta Sharma

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The Times of India

'Biplomacy': The 'crypto bro' who found Pakistan a seat at Trump’s table

In January 2026, Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership hosted Zachary Witkoff, CEO of the crypto platform World Liberty Financial, for an engagement that closely resembled a state-level visit. While the formal centerpiece was a non-binding letter of intent to explore stablecoin integration for cross-border payments, the high-profile attendance of…

The Guardian - UK

Houthi forces enter Iran conflict with missile attacks on Israeli military sites

Escalation represents dangerous spread of war and brings threat of even more damage to the global economy

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iranian-backed Houthi rebels claim responsibility for missile attack on Israel

Israel has intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, the first time it had faced fire from that country since the war in the Middle East erupted last month

The Independent UK

The Latest: US proposes ceasefire plan as troops head to Middle East

The Trump administration has offered a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to seek an end to the war even while more troops head to the Middle East

The Times of India

Pakistan to mediate Iran-US talks? Trump reposts PM Shehbaz Sharif's tweet

Pakistan has offered to host talks between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing conflict. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed Islamabad's readiness to facilitate these discussions. President Donald Trump shared Sharif's post, fueling speculation about potential backchannel diplomacy. Reports suggest Pakistan is leveraging its ties to act as…

The Independent UK

Trump’s war in Iran threatens to cause an economic shock – but which countries will be worst hit?

IN DEPTH: The economic aftershocks of Trump’s war are starting to be felt around the world, with analysts warning that a surge in energy prices will drive inflation and a rise in household bills. Experts tell Bryony Gooch that certain countries are particularly vulnerable to the impact

The Times of India

Pakistan cancels Republic Day parade as Middle East war triggers oil crisis, strains fuel supplies

Pakistan has cancelled its Republic Day parade on March 23 due to the Middle East crisis, which has triggered an oil crisis. The government cited austerity measures and the need to align with the nation's commitment to Pakistan Day ideals. This decision follows escalating tensions in the Gulf region and…

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