On June 15, 2026, coinciding with his 80th birthday, President Trump declared a ceasefire between the US and Iran, bringing an end to a 3.5-month war that resulted in the deaths of 13 American troops. This conflict was triggered by US and Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, leading to Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz and an extended military operation involving US aircraft carriers in the Persian Gulf. An estimated 8,351 to 17,685 individuals lost their lives in the region, predominantly in Iran, while the US-led efforts severely damaged a significant portion of Iran's military and nuclear capabilities. The prime minister of Pakistan played a vital role in mediating, culminating in a formal signing event in Switzerland.
