Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:11am on 08 Apr 2026,Wednesday International
The United States agreed to a temporary two-week ceasefire with Iran after considering Tehran’s 10-point proposal aimed at ending hostilities. Central to the deal is Iran’s commitment to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe global oil transit, while the US pauses planned military strikes. Iran’s demands reportedly include lifting sanctions, withdrawal of US forces from the region, and recognition of its strategic and nuclear interests. Mediated largely through Pakistan, the agreement opens space for formal peace talks in Islamabad. However, many demands remain contested, making the ceasefire fragile and a preliminary step toward possible long-term resolution. (PC: Reuters & AFP)
