Overview
- President Trump on Wednesday approved a two‑week halt to U.S. attacks if Iran keeps the Strait of Hormuz open, and the White House said the waterway has reopened.
- Hours after the announcement, Israel reported new Iranian rocket salvos and interceptions, while Qatar said shrapnel from intercepts injured four people and Kuwait reported active air defenses.
- Pakistan said it brokered an immediate, broader ceasefire and invited U.S. and Iranian delegations to talks in Islamabad on Friday.
- China, the European Union, France and other governments welcomed the temporary truce as a chance to restart diplomacy, and Israel’s prime minister endorsed the pause but said it does not cover Lebanon.
- Qatar formally asked the United Nations to hold Iran legally responsible and compensate for damage from recent attacks and threats to commercial shipping.