Trump says US-Iran ceasefire agreed 'as a favour to Pakistan'
- Posted on May 16, 2026
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Trump says US-Iran ceasefire agreed 'as a favour to Pakistan'
US President Donald Trump revealed the Iran ceasefire was a favor to Pakistan, acting as mediator. He indicated international pressure also played a role. Trump dismissed needing favors from China's President Xi Jinping regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The US may conduct further action after the truce. Pakistan's mediation role faces scrutiny within the US administration.