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'It's a start': What could the temporary US-Iran ceasefire lead to?

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 8 Apr 2026, 5:16pm
US President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference at the White House on April 06, 2026 in Washington, DC. Photo / Getty Images
US President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference at the White House on April 06, 2026 in Washington, DC. Photo / Getty Images

'It's a start': What could the temporary US-Iran ceasefire lead to?

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Wed, 8 Apr 2026, 5:16pm

The White House is considering in-person talks with Iran - hours after Donald Trump pulled back his threats to obliterate the country.

The US President says he's agreed to Pakistan's request for a two-week ceasefire, if Iran allows shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump says they're working through a10-point peace plan, proposed by Iran.

US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says this news led to oil prices dropping, but it's unknown how long this will last.

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