
Trump Pauses Iran Strikes, Keeps Hormuz Blockade as Ceasefire Holds
Apr 21, 2026·1 min read
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he has directed the military to pause any renewed strikes on Iran while continuing enforcement of the Strait of Hormuz blockade, stating that internal divisions within Iran’s civilian and military leadership mean the ceasefire will stay in place until Tehran presents a unified response to U.S. proposals.
