U.S. and Iran Agree to Ceasefire After Secret Proposal
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President Donald Trump has stepped back from earlier threats to destroy Iran, agreeing to a temporary halt in hostilities. The move follows a secret 10-point diplomatic proposal sent from Tehran.
The agreement establishes a two-week ceasefire. U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper stated American military forces in the region are "not going anywhere" despite the pause in fighting.
The development marks a sudden shift after weeks of escalating threats between Washington and Tehran. No further details about Iran's proposal or long-term plans have been released.