Published on April 2, 2026
Former President Donald Trump claimed on Wednesday that Iran has requested a ceasefire with the United States, a statement that has been swiftly rejected . In a post on Truth Social, Trump indicated that Washington would entertain this proposal only after the Strait of Hormuz is reopened for navigation, suggesting a conditional approach to any discussions on peace.
“Iran’s New Regime President, much less Radicalized and far more intelligent than his predecessors, has just asked the United States of America for a CEASEFIRE!,” Trump wrote. However, he did not provide details on who he allegedly spoke to regarding this ceasefire request or substantiate his claims.
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson strongly condemned Trump’s assertions, labeling them as “false and baseless.” This response highlights the ongoing tensions between the two nations, which have been exacerbated actions in the region.
In an earlier interview with Reuters, Trump mentioned a “new president” in Iran, referring to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who took office in July 2024. However, Trump appeared to confuse leadership roles, as Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, recently succeeded his father after his death in an airstrike.
Trump reiterated his administration’s hardline stance, stating that the U.S. would consider the ceasefire request only when the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for a significant portion of the world’s oil supply, is “open, free, and clear.” He concluded with a warning, asserting, “Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion.”
The claims have drawn skepticism from analysts and policymakers, who are wary of Trump’s record on foreign relations, particularly regarding Iran, where tensions have historically run high. The contradictions and conflicts in narratives signal ongoing complexities in U.S.-Iran relations.
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