Summary
In the last hours before a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, President Donald Trump threatened major attacks if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A ceasefire was agreed upon through diplomatic efforts mediated by Pakistan, and a truce was reached just before Trump's deadline. The agreement has halted hostilities and reopened the Strait, with further talks planned.
Key Facts
- A ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran was announced early Wednesday.
- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to attack Iran if it didn't comply by the deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump warned that infrastructure and "a whole civilisation" in Iran could be destroyed.
- The ceasefire was reached through diplomatic talks led by Pakistan.
- Israel agreed to stop its attacks but excluded Lebanon from the deal.
- The ceasefire reopened the Strait of Hormuz, a key location for global oil shipments.
- Negotiations for a permanent solution will continue in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Friday.
- China and Russia vetoed a UN Security Council resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, considering it biased against Iran.
