Day 54: Ceasefire extended after 11th-hour plea from Pakistan, but Strait of Hormuz attacks keep Iran war on edge
Indian Express·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
US President Trump extended the Iran war ceasefire on Day 54 following Pakistan's last-minute intervention. The truce continues pending unified diplomatic proposals. Maritime attacks and tensions persist despite the extension. Pakistan positioned itself as a key mediator, balancing regional interests between Iran and Saudi Arabia amid ongoing diplomatic deadlock.
Key Entities
Donald TrumpPakistanShehbaz SharifAsim MunirIranSaudi ArabiaStrait of HormuzUS forces