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Iran's Supreme National Security Council has agreed to a two-week ceasefire in the ongoing war, which began on February 28, 2026. President Donald Trump announced he would suspend planned attacks on Iranian targets, contingent upon Iran's agreement to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran and the US have agreed to a ceasefire contingent on guaranteeing 'safe passage' through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. The strait, which connects the Gulf with the Arabian Sea, sees about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) traffic, with 20 million barrels passing through daily in 2025, valued at nearly $600 billion annually.

On April 7, 2026, President Donald Trump warned that a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran does not agree to a deal by his 8 p.m. deadline.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel's support for a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran but clarified that it does not extend to Lebanon. He emphasized that the US is committed to preventing Iran from posing threats to Israel and its allies.

On April 8, 2026, North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area, with one missile traveling over 700 kilometers (435 miles) into the sea. This launch occurred shortly after North Korean official Jang Kum Chol insulted South Korea's aspirations for improved relations, labeling it as North Korea's 'most hostile enemy state.' South Korea's military remains on alert, emphasizing its alliance with the United States.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has expressed support for a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, while criticizing the US for instigating the conflict. In a post on X, he stated, "The Spanish government will not applaud those who set the world on fire just because they turn up with a bucket." Sanchez emphasized the need for diplomacy, international law, and peace in future efforts.

Japan and Australia are enhancing their defense-industrial collaboration, focusing on the joint development and production of long-range missiles and drones. Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles emphasized the need for increased cooperation in arms production due to concerns over U.S.

On April 7, 2026, Russia and China vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution intended to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for global oil transit.

Orla Wates, a 19-year-old British woman, died in a motorcycle accident while traveling the Ha Giang Loop in northern Vietnam. She fell from the back of a motorcycle and was transported to Hanoi's Viet Duc Friendship Hospital, where she passed away on April 2, 2024, with her parents by her side.

Iranians have formed human chains on bridges and outside power plants in response to government calls for gatherings at potential US and Israeli targets. This mobilization follows threats from former President Donald Trump to attack Iran's civilian infrastructure.