Why did Trump extend the moratorium on strikes on Iran by 10 days?

27 March, 2026, 04:00 pm

Last modified: 27 March, 2026, 04:03 pm

Why did Trump extend the moratorium on strikes on Iran by 10 days?

27 March, 2026, 04:00 pm

Last modified: 27 March, 2026, 04:03 pm

US President Donald Trump has announced a moratorium on strikes on Iranian energy facilities for the next 10 days. Trump claimed on Thursday that he had made the decision "at the request" of Tehran.

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