US, Iran Strike 2-Week Ceasefire Deal
April 8, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via The Independent

The U.S. and Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan, with Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz just hours before President Trump's deadline to destroy its power plants and bridges. Trump hails the deal on social media as a "double-sided ceasefire" featuring Iran's 10-point peace plan, while Iran's Supreme National Security Council accepts but warns its "hands remain on the trigger." Crowds celebrate in Tehran, though pro-government protests chant "Death to America" and burn U.S. Read more about this...