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TEHRAN, April 7, 2026 – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic will halt its defensive military operations if attacks on the country cease, while permitting safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a two-week period.
The announcement, issued on behalf of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council and posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Minister Araghchi, comes as a direct response to mediation efforts by Pakistan and recent US proposals for de-escalation.
In the official statement dated April 7, 2026, Araghchi expressed gratitude to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Munir for their “tireless efforts to end the war in the region.” He noted that the move follows a request from PM Sharif and the United States’ call for negotiations based on a 15-point proposal, as well as President Trump’s acceptance of Iran’s 10-point proposal as the framework for talks.
“If attacks against Iran are halted, our Powerful Armed Forces will cease their defensive operations,” the statement reads.
“For a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible via coordination with Iran’s Armed Forces and with due consideration of technical limitations.”
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and Iran’s recent restrictions on the waterway had heightened tensions amid the ongoing regional conflict with the United States and Israel.
The declaration signals a temporary pause in hostilities to facilitate negotiations, with Iran framing the decision as a sovereign response to diplomatic overtures while maintaining control over the strait’s operations during the ceasefire window.
The full statement has sparked widespread discussion online, with supporters hailing it as a strategic victory for Iran and critics warning of potential risks in trusting US and Israeli commitments.
Life News Agency will continue to monitor developments as negotiations between Iran, the US, and regional mediators progress.
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