U.S., Israel, and Iran Agree to Two-Week Cease-fire as President Trump Pauses Military Action

U.S.-Iran Cease-fire Agreement·April 8 – April 9, 2026

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U.S., Israel, and Iran Agree to Two-Week Cease-fire as President Trump Pauses Military Action

The United States, Israel, and Iran have reached a two-week cease-fire agreement to pause regional hostilities. President Trump agreed to the deal after pulling back on previous threats of military action. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the pause as an overwhelming victory for the United States while the military takes a secondary role to diplomacy. Despite the agreement, the cease-fire faces immediate challenges as reports of continued firing surfaced shortly after the announcement. While some officials view the deal as shaky, global markets reacted quickly with gold and silver prices reaching three-week highs following the news.

US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefireTrump pulls back on threats for cease-fire dealHegseth touts victory in Iran

Key Statements

AAP NEWS

“Iran continues to fire missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab states following the announcement.”

This shows that the ceasefire is already being tested by ongoing military attacks.

CCBS News

“President Trump agrees to a conditional two-week ceasefire with Iran... as shipping traffic resumes.”

This confirms the president's role and the reopening of vital trade routes.

News

A Cease-fire for Now in Iran, but a Blow to American Credibility

The New York TimesCenter Left

Trump news at a glance: a tale of two ceasefires as US and Iran claim different terms

The GuardianCenter Left

The ceasefire is already getting shaky

VoxLeft

Opinion | Pakistan Has Put Itself Back on the Diplomatic Map

The Wall Street JournalCenter

Where things stand with Iran after a tentative, 2-week ceasefire took effect

PBS.orgCenter Left

Hegseth touts 'overwhelming victory' in Iran as military takes backseat during ceasefire

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

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