- President Trump set a strict deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating military action that he described as wiping out a whole civilization
- Global oil prices plummeted below 95 dollars per barrel and stock markets surged following the announcement of a last minute two week ceasefire agreement
- The deal was mediated by Pakistan and reached just 90 minutes before a Tuesday night deadline that would have triggered widespread U.S. attacks
- Iran has presented a 10 point proposal as a basis for long term peace negotiations while claiming the ceasefire represents a defeat for the United States
- Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to lead a U.S. delegation to Islamabad for high level meetings with Iranian officials to discuss permanent peace terms
Trump issues ultimatum to Iran as two week ceasefire begins under threat of painful consequences
Apr 9, 2026, 5:24:11 PM UTC(5 hours ago)
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TRUMP SAYS IF IRAN DOESN’T MAKE A DEAL, IT WILL BE PAINFUL
