Trump Declares End to Hostilities with Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions

President Donald Trump tells Congress that hostilities with Iran have ended. He reports no exchanges of fire since April 7, 2026, and declares the conflict, which began on February 28, 2026, is terminated. Despite this announcement, peace talks remain stalled. Trump expresses dissatisfaction with Iran's latest proposal, delivered to the mediator, Pakistan. He notes internal discord in Iran is complicating negotiations. Here's the thing: the war started with surprise strikes by the U.S. and Israel, and even though fighting has paused, tensions remain high. Iran still controls the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil and gas supplies. Meanwhile, Israel continues its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, leading to casualties. The bottom line is that while Trump claims hostilities are over, the underlying issues persist, affecting not just the region but global stability and energy prices.