Trump said in a statement posted on his official social media account that the decision followed discussions with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir, who urged restraint to allow diplomatic efforts to advance. The U.S. president stated the pause was contingent on Iran agreeing to the "full, immediate, and safe reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit route.

"This will constitute a ceasefire from both sides,” Trump said, adding that Washington had received a "10-point proposal” from Iran that he described as a "viable basis for negotiations.” He also indicated that most prior points of contention between the United States and Iran had been addressed, describing recent progress as significant toward a long-term agreement.

Pakistani officials confirmed their role in mediating the development. In a public statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the ongoing Middle East conflict were "advancing steadily,” and called for a temporary extension to prevent escalation. "To create space for diplomacy to proceed, I sincerely requested a two-week extension,” Sharif stated, also urging Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as a goodwill gesture.

A senior Pakistani foreign ministry official, described the discussions as "intensive but constructive,” noting that regional stability and global energy security were central concerns. "There is a shared understanding that escalation would have far-reaching consequences beyond the region,” the official said.

On the ground, maritime activity near the Strait of Hormuz remained cautious, with shipping operators reportedly delaying transit amid uncertainty. Analysts estimate that nearly 20 percent of global oil supply passes through the narrow waterway, amplifying the stakes of any disruption.

Regional analysts say the temporary pause reflects mounting international pressure to avoid a broader conflict. "This window is critical,” said Jumana Hassan, a Middle East security analyst based in Geneva. "It allows all parties to test diplomatic channels without immediate military escalation, but the conditions attached remain complex.”

The development follows heightened tensions after U.S. threats of large-scale strikes earlier in the week, raising fears of widespread regional instability. The involvement of Pakistan signals an expanding diplomatic role for regional actors seeking to de-escalate the crisis.

The two-week suspension is expected to serve as a test period for negotiations, with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and adherence to ceasefire conditions likely to determine the trajectory of future U.S.-Iran relations.