U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, responding to a request from Pakistan, which is playing a key mediating role in the ongoing conflict. The decision came just as the earlier two-week truce was about to expire, raising fears of renewed military escalation.
According to official statements, the extension is intended to allow more time for diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran. Pakistan has been hosting and facilitating talks, with its leadership urging both sides to avoid further violence and work toward a long-term peace agreement.
Trump stated that the ceasefire would remain in place until Iran presents a “unified proposal” and discussions are concluded. However, he also made it clear that the U.S. military will remain on high alert, continuing measures such as a naval blockade of Iranian ports, signaling that pressure on Tehran will not ease entirely.
The move marks a shift from Trump’s earlier stance, where he had expressed reluctance to extend the ceasefire. Reports suggest that Pakistan’s diplomatic intervention, along with internal divisions within Iran’s leadership, influenced the U.S. decision to delay further military action.
Despite the extension, uncertainty remains high. Iran has yet to formally respond to the latest proposal, and some Iranian officials have dismissed the ceasefire extension as ineffective or symbolic. Meanwhile, planned diplomatic engagements-including high-level visits-have been postponed due to the lack of clarity on Iran’s participation in talks.
Overall, the ceasefire extension provides a temporary window for diplomacy, but tensions continue to simmer. The situation remains fragile, with both sides prepared for escalation if negotiations fail.