Summary
- Donald Trump announces 2-week ceasefire with Iran
- Strait of Hormuz to reopen for safe passage
- Deal expected to ease global fuel crisis and stabilise oil markets
NAIROBI, Kenya- Donald Trump has announced a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran, in a move aimed at reopening the critical Strait of Hormuz and easing global fuel disruptions.
The agreement, unveiled on Tuesday, April 7, comes after intense mediation by regional players seeking to halt escalating military action.
How the ceasefire deal was reached through mediation
Trump said the decision followed direct engagement with Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir, who urged restraint.
Under the deal, the United States will suspend attacks for two weeks.
In return, Iran has committed to reopening the Strait of Hormuz and guaranteeing safe passage for global shipping.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi confirmed the country would halt defensive operations if US strikes stop.
Why the Strait of Hormuz matters to the global economy
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes.
Its disruption had triggered sharp spikes in global oil prices and rattled supply chains.
Iran’s move to allow controlled passage is expected to stabilise markets and ease pressure on fuel-dependent economies.
The breakthrough follows Iran’s 10-point proposal, which includes demands on sanctions, nuclear policy recognition and regional military presence.
Kenya feels impact as fuel prices and fares spike
The conflict had already hit Kenya’s economy hard.
Fuel shortages led to panic buying, long queues and rising transport costs.
In Nakuru, matatu fares to Nairobi jumped from Sh500 to Sh700.
The crisis also triggered turmoil in Kenya’s energy sector, with officials from Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) and Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) facing scrutiny.
As the ceasefire takes effect, attention now shifts to whether a long-term agreement can be reached to prevent further disruptions.
