# The United States and Iran reached a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday, less than an hour before Trump’s deadline to strike Iran was due to end.

*web3 · news · 2026-04-08 · Hindustan Times*

## Key points

- The FBI report confirms Iranian security services have attempted kidnappings and killings of Americans in recent years.
- Tehran often uses operatives with legal US status and access to conduct operations inside the country.
- Iranian operatives have monitored social media and mapping apps to identify US targets and vulnerabilities.
- Iran has tried to lure victims to third countries near Iran for kidnapping and likely execution.

**Countries:** United States, Iran

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