Trump says Iranian leader has asked for a ceasefire

Apr 1, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump walks to speak to reporters as he arrives at Miami International Airport in Miami, Florida, U.S., March 27, 2026. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz — Elizabeth Frantz

WASHINGTON, April 1 (Reuters) - Iran's new leader has just asked the United States for a ceasefire, U.S. President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday.

"We will consider when Hormuz Strait is open, free, and clear. Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion," he said.

(Reporting by Susan Heavey, writing by David Ljunggren, Editing by Louise Heavens)

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