08.04.2026 08:20
On the 40th day of the war in the Middle East, the ceasefire announced was influenced by the diplomatic efforts of Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan, while U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the country convincing Iran to negotiate was China.
After the ceasefire decision in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East for 40 days, the diplomatic details of the process have started to become clearer. U.S. President Donald Trump announced that attacks would be halted for two weeks on the condition that Iran agrees to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump stated, "I agree to suspend bombings and attacks on Iran for two weeks on the condition that Iran agrees to fully, immediately, and safely reopen the Strait of Hormuz."
THREE COUNTRIES EMERGE IN DIPLOMATIC TRAFFIC
It has been revealed that Turkey's diplomatic traffic, conducted together with Egypt and Pakistan during the ceasefire process, played a "quiet but decisive" role. While it is evaluated that intense contacts were effective in the background of the process, it was stated that the parties approached the negotiation table through these initiatives.
Trump also mentioned that they received a 10-point proposal from Iran, stating that this proposal formed a viable basis for negotiations. Noting that many points of disagreement between the U.S. and Iran have been reconciled, Trump emphasized that the two-week period is critical for finalizing the agreement.
"CHINA CONVINCED IRAN"
U.S. President Trump made another striking statement regarding the ceasefire process, stating that the country that brought Iran to the negotiating table was China. He described the agreement reached with Iran as "a flawless victory."
"A GREAT DAY FOR WORLD PEACE"
In his latest statement, Trump indicated that the U.S. would support maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Describing the process as "a great day for world peace," Trump said, "Iran wants this, they said enough is enough. Everyone is on the same page. Great economic opportunities will arise. Iran can start the reconstruction process. We will provide all kinds of support."
Trump also expressed that the process could open the door to a new era economically and politically by using the phrase "the golden age of the Middle East" for the region.
NEGOTIATIONS START ON APRIL 10
The Iranian Supreme National Security Council announced that negotiations would begin on Friday, April 10, in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. The statement emphasized "complete distrust" against the U.S., while it was noted that they were prepared for possible violations.