A senior U.S. official has confirmed that a ceasefire in the ongoing US‑Iran war will take effect only once the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened, linking the pause in fighting directly to the restoration of maritime traffic through the chokepoint. The deal under discussion ties the halt in hostilities to Iran allowing safe passage through Hormuz, which had been effectively blocked amid escalating military clashes earlier in the conflict.


US-Iran War | US Official: Ceasefire Will Kick in When Hormuz Strait Opens

Iran on Tuesday (Apr 7) gave a green light to safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks as the United States and Tehran agreed to a temporary ceasefire just under an hour before US President Donald Trump's deadline to launch a devastating new wave of strikes was set to expire. In a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing since the conflict began on February 28.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/god-supports-iran-war-trump-touts-peacemaker-status-once-again-claims-to-have-ended-india-pakistan-conflict-1775528549304">God supports Iran war? Trump touts peacemaker status, once again claims to have ended India-Pakistan conflict</a>

<h2>Two-week ceasefire in place: What did Iran say about Hormuz?</h2>The United States of America and Iran pulled back from the edge Tuesday, agreeing to a two-week ceasefire. Announcing the truce on Truth social just an hour before his deadline to launch large-scale military strikes, Trump said, "Subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz, I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/betting-on-a-missing-us-pilot-polymarket-apologises-for-disgusting-wager-amid-iran-war-1775546391933">Betting on a missing US pilot? Polymarket apologises for ‘DISGUSTING’ wager amid Iran war</a>Confirming the ceasefire, Iranian FM on X said that this includes a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Araghchi credited Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for what he described as "tireless efforts" in brokering the pause, and confirmed that Iran had agreed to halt its "defensive operations" if "attacks against Iran are halted" first.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Statement on behalf of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran: <a href="https://t.co/cEtBNCLnWT">pic.twitter.com/cEtBNCLnWT</a>&mdash; Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) <a href="https://twitter.com/araghchi/status/2041655156215799821?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The ceasefire framework appears to be a hybrid of two competing proposals — a 15-point US plan and a 10-point Iranian counterproposal. Araghchi said Washington had accepted Iran's general framework as a basis for negotiations, while Tehran responded to Islamabad's direct appeal to stand down. The Strait will reopen to maritime traffic on a coordinated basis, with Iran's armed forces managing passage and flagging what Aragchi described as "technical limitations." Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Is the Strait of Hormuz finally reopening after weeks of chaos? Iran, in a X post, has announced a two-week safe passage window as part of a temporary ceasefire. With global markets on edge, is this a real breakthrough or just a pause?

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Iran on Tuesday (Apr 7) gave a green light to safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks as the United States and Tehran agreed to a temporary ceasefire just under an hour before US President Donald Trump's deadline to launch a devastating new wave of strikes was set to expire. In a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced a temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint whose closure has rattled global energy markets, sent oil prices surging past $100 a barrel, and pushed several Asian nations toward fuel rationing since the conflict began on February 28. Also read | God supports Iran war? Trump touts peacemaker status, once again claims to have ended India-Pakistan conflict

Is the Strait of Hormuz finally reopening after weeks of chaos? Iran, in a X post, has announced a two-week safe passage window as part of a temporary ceasefire. With global markets on edge, is this a real breakthrough or just a pause?Scroll down to read more.

Oil lifeline back? Tehran reopens Strait of Hormuz for 2 weeks as US-Iran agree to 11th-hour truce

Iran has accepted a two-week ceasefire proposal mediated by Pakistan following intense diplomatic efforts and last-minute intervention by China, according to three Iranian officials cited by The New York Times. The officials said the decision came amid rising concerns over economic damage caused by strikes on critical infrastructure. The ceasefire was reportedly approved by Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.&nbsp;In a statement, Iran’s National Security Council declared the outcome a “victory,” congratulating the Iranian people for their resistance during the five-week conflict involving the United States and Israel. “We congratulate the people of Iran for this victory and reiterate that until the final details of the victory are finalized, officials and people must remain united and defiant,” the council said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-agree-to-suspend-bombing-of-iran-for-two-weeks-says-trump-calls-it-double-sided-ceasefire-1775601586850">'Agree to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks', says Trump; calls it 'double-sided ceasefire'</a>&nbsp;The statement also claimed that the United States had agreed in principle to Iran’s 10-point peace framework, which includes guarantees against future attacks, Iranian oversight of the Strait of Hormuz, and compensation for war-related losses. However, US President Donald Trump struck a more cautious tone, saying in a post on Truth Social that Washington was willing only to discuss the proposal.<h2>Negotiations to take place in Islamabad: Reports</h2>According to Reuters, Iran confirmed that negotiations with the United States will be held in Islamabad to finalize the ceasefire framework. Iranian officials said the talks are expected to begin on Friday, April 10, and could extend beyond 15 days if both sides agree. The stated goal of the negotiations is to translate Iran’s battlefield gains into political outcomes within a defined timeframe.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-russia-reportedly-gave-iran-list-of-israeli-energy-targets-orot-rabin-station-on-target-1775557778382/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-russia-reportedly-gave-iran-list-of-israeli-energy-targets-orot-rabin-station-on-target-1775557778382/embed</a><h2>What is in Iran’s 10-point plan?</h2>Iranian state media reported that the proposed 10-point plan includes:<ul><li>Controlled transit through the Strait of Hormuz under coordination with the Iranian armed forces</li><li>An end to military action against Iran and its allied groups</li><li>Withdrawal of US combat forces from regional bases</li></ul>Despite agreeing to talks, Iran emphasized that negotiations do not signify the end of the war. Officials reiterated that any formal conclusion to the conflict will depend on final agreements aligned with the 10-point proposal.&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Iran ceasefire deal: Talks with US in Islamabad on Friday; approved by Mojtaba Khamenei — Reports

Iran has accepted a two-week ceasefire proposal mediated by Pakistan following intense diplomatic efforts and last-minute intervention by China, according to three Iranian officials cited by The New York Times. The officials said the decision came amid rising concerns over economic damage caused by strikes on critical infrastructure. The ceasefire was reportedly approved by Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. In a statement, Iran’s National Security Council declared the outcome a “victory,” congratulating the Iranian people for their resistance during the five-week conflict involving the United States and Israel. “We congratulate the people of Iran for this victory and reiterate that until the final details of the victory are finalized, officials and people must remain united and defiant,” the council said. Also Read: 'Agree to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks', says Trump; calls it 'double-sided ceasefire' The statement also claimed that the United States had agreed in principle to Iran’s 10-point peace framework, which includes guarantees against future attacks, Iranian oversight of the Strait of Hormuz, and compensation for war-related losses. However, US President Donald Trump struck a more cautious tone, saying in a post on Truth Social that Washington was willing only to discuss the proposal. Negotiations to take place in Islamabad: Reports According to Reuters, Iran confirmed that negotiations with the United States will be held in Islamabad to finalize the ceasefire framework. Iranian officials said the talks are expected to begin on Friday, April 10, and could extend beyond 15 days if both sides agree. The stated goal of the negotiations is to translate Iran’s battlefield gains into political outcomes within a defined timeframe. https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-war-russia-reportedly-gave-iran-list-of-israeli-energy-targets-orot-rabin-station-on-target-1775557778382/embed What is in Iran’s 10-point plan? Iranian state media reported that the proposed 10-point plan includes: Controlled transit through the Strait of Hormuz under coordination with the Iranian armed forces An end to military action against Iran and its allied groups Withdrawal of US combat forces from regional bases Despite agreeing to talks, Iran emphasized that negotiations do not signify the end of the war. Officials reiterated that any formal conclusion to the conflict will depend on final agreements aligned with the 10-point proposal. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

As per reports, Iran accepts Pakistan-backed ceasefire after China intervenes; US talks set to take place on April 10 in Islamabad as Tehran pushes 10-point plan demands

President Donald Trump has not backed an idea for a 45-day ceasefire that would take effect before his upcoming deadline for Iran to either reopen the Strait of Hormuz or else face major attacks on its civilian infrastructure, told a White House official.
The note from the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, came hours before Trump is set to lead a press conference at the White House.

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US-Iran War | US Official: Ceasefire Will Kick in When Hormuz Strait Opens

Oil lifeline back? Hormuz reopen for 2 weeks as US-Iran agree to 11th-hour truce

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