Iran Rejects Ceasefire Claim as Trump Cites Deal Framework

President Trump said on August 2, 2026 that he paused a strike on Iran after Iran and regional states requested a truce, with a framework deal to open the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's foreign ministry denied requesting any ceasefire. Acting Defence Minister Ebn-e-Reza called it "psychological operations" but said threats are taken seriously. The Strait remains closed.