Summary
President Donald Trump initially threatened Iran with severe consequences but later agreed to a two-week ceasefire after Iran proposed a plan. This change happened with the help of intermediaries like Pakistan and involved behind-the-scenes efforts by countries such as China.
Key Facts
- President Trump threatened Iran with "annihilation" before agreeing to a ceasefire.
- Iran offered a plan that President Trump found workable.
- The ceasefire agreement is set to last for 14 days.
- Pakistan played a key role in facilitating talks to avoid conflict escalation.
- China, Iran's largest trading partner, also helped in negotiating the ceasefire.
- The conflict between the U.S. and Iran had been ongoing for nearly six weeks before the ceasefire was agreed upon.
