Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:21pm on 01 Apr 2026,Wednesday International
Donald Trump claimed Iran sought a ceasefire and said the US would consider it only if the Strait of Hormuz is reopened and secure, warning strikes would continue until then. Tehran rejected the claim, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stating no proposal was made and insisting the war will continue until the “aggressor is punished” and compensation paid. The conflict began on February 28 after US-Israeli strikes killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with regional attacks, escalating the war. Trump also hinted the conflict could end within weeks despite ongoing strikes and mounting tensions.
