President Donald Trump backed off his threats to devastate Iran’s civilian infrastructure Tuesday night just under 90 minutes before his self-imposed deadline, claiming that the U.S. and Iran had come to an agreement on a two-week ceasefire deal.
“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,” Trump posted on Truth Social.
The two countries apparently agreed to a short ceasefire while they negotiate an end to the ongoing war. The Strait of Hormuz will reopen with limited capacity, and negotiations will continue with the involvement of mediating countries, Trump said.