Trump Suspends U.S. Bombing of Iran for Two Weeks

President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of U.S. bombing campaigns against Iran on Tuesday evening, averting an escalation that he had warned could destroy the country's entire civilization. The decision, posted on Truth Social just before an 8 p.m. ET deadline, came at the request of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and requires Iran to ensure the complete, immediate, and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments.

Trump described the development as "a big day for World Peace," stating that Iran had "had enough" and that the United States would assist with clearing traffic buildup in the strait. He envisioned reconstruction efforts in Iran, with U.S. supplies on hand to monitor progress, and predicted a "Golden Age of the Middle East" similar to what he claimed was unfolding in America. The announcement followed intense diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan, which has facilitated talks between Washington and Tehran set to begin Friday in Islamabad.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council outlined a 10-point plan as the basis for the temporary truce, including coordination of safe passage through the strait under Iranian...