Tánaiste welcomes news of two-week ceasefire deal in Iran; talks to begin soon

“For a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible via coordinating with Iran’s Armed Forces,” Iran’s foreign minister said.

Donald Trump announced that a ceasefire agreement had been mediated through Pakistan. Picture: AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson.

Donald Trump says the US has won a "total and complete victory" after agreeing to a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran.

"Total and complete victory. 100 percent. No question about it," Mr Trump told the AFP in a brief call when asked if he was claiming victory with the ceasefire.