White House: Trump Yet to Approve Iran Ceasefire Deal

Administration says president has not signed off on agreement to end hostilities.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:30pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty government office interior, with a single desk and chair bathed in warm, diagonal sunlight and deep shadows, conveying a sense of solitude and contemplation.The White House's hesitation to approve a ceasefire deal with Iran reflects the administration's cautious approach to foreign policy in the region.Washington Today

The White House announced on Monday that former President Donald Trump has not yet signed off on a proposed ceasefire deal with Iran, despite ongoing negotiations between the two countries. The administration did not provide further details on the status of the talks or the specific terms of the potential agreement.

Why it matters

The lack of a signed ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran raises concerns about the potential for continued military escalation and conflict in the region. Any deal to end hostilities would be a significant foreign policy development for the former president, who took a hardline stance toward Iran during his time in office.

The details

According to the White House, the proposed ceasefire deal has been under discussion, but Trump has not yet given his final approval to the agreement. Administration officials did not disclose the specific details of the negotiations or the reasons behind Trump's hesitation to sign off on the deal.

  • The White House announcement was made on Monday, April 6, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States who took a confrontational approach toward Iran during his administration.

White House

The executive office of the President of the United States, which made the announcement about the status of the Iran ceasefire deal.

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What’s next

The White House did not provide a timeline for when Trump might make a decision on the proposed ceasefire agreement with Iran.

The takeaway

The lack of a signed ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran under the former president highlights the ongoing tensions and potential for conflict in the region, even as negotiations continue.