After 39 days of intense hostilities, the US and Iran reached a landmark two-week ceasefire on Tuesday night, April 7, 2026. US President Donald Trump announced the truce on Truth Social, accepting a 10-point proposal from Tehran that includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz—a vital artery for 20% of the world’s global oil.
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While Trump celebrated a “Total and complete victory,” Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei clarified that this is a pause, not the end of the conflict, warning that their “hands remain upon the trigger.”
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The 10-Point “Workable” Proposal
The agreement centers on several major concessions and logistical shifts:
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Maritime Access: Iran maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz but agrees to immediate reopening to clear traffic.
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Sanctions Relief: The proposal calls for lifting both primary and secondary sanctions and terminating various UN and IAEA resolutions.
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US Withdrawal: A key demand includes the withdrawal of US combat forces from the region.
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Regional Ceasefire: Cessation of war on all fronts, including hostilities involving the Islamic Resistance of Lebanon.
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Investigative Insight: From “Stone Age” to “Golden Age”
Trump’s rhetoric has performed a dizzying 180-degree turn. Just a week ago, on April 1, he threatened to push Iran “back to the Stone Ages” by targeting their power plants and bridges. Iran responded by mocking the US’s “paltry 250-year history” compared to their 6,000-year-old civilization.
The sudden shift to “Golden Age” talk likely stems from the global energy crisis. With oil prices nearing record highs and the Artemis II mission serving as a reminder of global interconnectedness, the US was under immense pressure to stabilize the market. However, with the Strait of Hormuz still under Iranian control and the US “hangin’ around” to monitor traffic, this ceasefire is more of a high-stakes standoff than a settled peace.
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