US President Trump rejects early Iran war ceasefire proposal

May 2, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US President Trump rejects early Iran war ceasefire proposal

US Officials Confirm Ceasefire with Iran, Despite Ongoing Military Presence

The White House has issued a statement to Congress confirming that hostilities between the United States and Iran have officially come to an end. The announcement was made despite ongoing military presence in the Middle East.

According to official sources, the US government has declared that the conflict has been resolved, bringing an end to any further hostilities. However, it is worth noting that US troops remain stationed in the region, indicating a continued military presence.

Details of the ceasefire agreement are not publicly available at this time. The White House has declined to provide further information on the matter.

The statement was made in response to Congressional inquiries regarding the status of relations between the US and Iran. The White House has assured lawmakers that all necessary steps have been taken to ensure a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

US officials have confirmed that no further military operations are planned against Iran, but it is unclear what measures will be taken to maintain regional stability in the absence of hostilities.

The statement marks an end to a period of heightened tensions between the US and Iran, which had seen several incidents of military escalation in recent months. The exact terms of the ceasefire agreement remain unknown at this time.

Source: Al Jazeera