Donald Trump’s decision to accept a ceasefire with Iran on Tehran’s terms has been described by Strategic Culture as the most significant military setback for the United States in decades.

According to the publication, the temporary agreement is effectively built around a list of demands put forward by Iran, which now form the basis for upcoming negotiations. The authors argue that the situation is without precedent, noting that no American president in recent history has faced such a scale of military defeat, with the political fallout for Trump portrayed as particularly stark.

The ceasefire between Washington and Tehran was reached overnight on April 8. The next phase is already scheduled for April 10, when talks are set to take place in Islamabad. Reports suggest that a ten-point Iranian plan, which has reportedly received approval from the U.S. side, could serve as the framework for further dialogue.

Key elements of the proposal include lifting sanctions on Iran, recognizing its control over the Strait of Hormuz, and preserving its right to enrich uranium. The document also calls for a halt to hostilities across all fronts, including Israel’s operation against Hezbollah in Lebanon.