Trump extends ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request, cites leadership fractures in Tehran
US President Donald Trump has ordered the extension of the ceasefire with Iran, alongside the continuation of a naval blockade, while awaiting a unified proposal from Iran’s fractured leadership. The decision follows a direct request from Pakistani leaders, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, who urged the US to delay any military action against Iran.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump explained that Iran’s government remains deeply divided, making it challenging for the country’s leaders to form a cohesive negotiating stance.
“Given that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, and upon the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, we have decided to postpone any military strikes on Iran until such time as their leadership can present a unified proposal,”
“I have therefore directed our Military to continue the Blockade and, in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the Ceasefire until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other.”
The US president clarified that the US military would maintain its blockade on Iranian territories and remain “ready and able” to act as needed, while the ceasefire is extended until Iran’s leaders can reach a unified position.
This development comes amid ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, particularly concerning control of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil shipments. Pakistan has played a pivotal role in facilitating back-channel communications between Washington and Tehran, with Sharif and Munir working to de-escalate the situation and prevent further military conflict.
No official timeline has been provided regarding when Iran’s leadership is expected to submit its proposal, or when final discussions will take place.
