U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Reached Amid Protests and Strait of Hormuz Agreement

A two-week ceasefire was reached between the United States and Iran on April 7, 2024, just before a deadline set by President Donald Trump for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

m. on April 7. Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran agreed to open the strait as part of the deal. Under the ceasefire terms, Iran is entitled to charge tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, to be shared with Oman, with proceeds used for reconstruction.

U.S. assisting in removing buried enriched material. > "That gives us two weeks every single day to reorganize within our communities. Don't feel like this is over.

“— Medea Benjamin, cofounder of CODEPINK, April 7, 2024 (USA Today)”

in the United States Hundreds rallied outside the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 7 to protest the U.S. war with Iran and demand congressional action on the War Powers Resolution. The demonstration was organized by more than a dozen grassroots groups, including the National Iranian American Council.

Protesters called the war illegal and unjustifiable. m. outside Philadelphia City Hall as part of a national day of action by the ANSWER Coalition. m. m. event is set for Baltimore. A larger rally supporting the War Powers Resolution is slated for April 24 at Upper Senate Park in D.C., organized by FLARE USA and 50501 DC.

These protests follow a March 28 demonstration in D.C. attended by over 30,000 people. Organizers emphasize continued mobilization despite the ceasefire.

April 7, Trump posted threats on social media, warning that Tuesday would target Iranian power plants and bridges, and demanding the strait be opened or face severe consequences. " The administration extended a deadline, leading to the ceasefire announcement.

Trump announced that any nation supplying weapons to Iran will face immediate 50% tariffs, with no exemptions. This policy aims to curb military support to Iran. Separately, the United Arab Emirates reported engaging 17 Iranian ballistic missiles and 35 drones on April 8, resulting in three minor injuries; this marks a total of 2,256 Iranian drones and strikes on the UAE.

In the UK, seven people face charges for blockading RAF Lakenheath airbase in protest against the Iran war. Middle East public opinion surveys indicate more favorable views of China, Iran, and Russia compared to the United States and Europe.