New Delhi, April 8 -- A fragile diplomatic opening has emerged in the escalating US-Iran confrontation, with both sides agreeing to a two-week ceasefire framework brokered by Pakistan. The pause, announced amid looming threats of military escalation, is intended to create space for high-stakes negotiations in Islamabad-though Tehran has signalled that any lasting peace will hinge on sweeping concessions outlined in its controversial "10-point plan".

The breakthrough follows days of heightened tensions, during which President Trump had set a deadline for potential large-scale strikes against Iran. According to the latest developments, Washington has agreed to a temporary cessation of hostilities under a Pakistani-mediated proposal.

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