Trump suspends Iran bombing for two weeks following dire threats
- Posted on April 7, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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In brief
President Trump announces a temporary pause on military operations against Iran for a fourteen-day period, though this diplomatic reprieve comes with significant conditions. The administration has made clear that any resumption of hostilities depends entirely on Iran's willingness to maintain open shipping lanes through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil commerce and international trade routes.
Trump suspends Iran bombing for two weeks following dire threats
The US president nevertheless warned that the suspension was dependent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
