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Trump May Not Extend Iran Ceasefire, Threatens "Bombs Again"

US President Donald Trump has signaled he may not extend the ongoing ceasefire with Iran, linking it to a successful deal before the April 22 deadline. He stated the US naval blockade will continue regardless and threatened a return to military action. New talks between US and Iranian negotiators are scheduled in Islamabad in a bid to break the stalemate. These developments indicate a hardening US position as the two-week truce period nears its end.

Key Points: Trump Signals He May Not Extend Iran Ceasefire

  • Ceasefire extension uncertain
  • US naval blockade to continue
  • Talks resume in Islamabad
  • Stance hardens as deadline nears
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"Maybe I won't extend it": Trump signals uncertainty on extending Iran ceasefire

President Trump indicates uncertainty over extending Iran ceasefire, threatening renewed military action if no deal is reached by the deadline.

"Maybe I won't extend it... we'll have to start dropping bombs again - Donald Trump"

Washington DC, April 18

US President Donald Trump on Friday indicated that he may not extend the ongoing ceasefire with Iran, raising the prospect of renewed military action in the region if a deal is not reached with the Islamic Republic in order to achieve a complete halt to the hostilities in West Asia.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One during a press gaggle, Trump said the decision would depend on whether an agreement is reached before the ceasefire deadline.

He further noted that even if a ceasefire deal is not reached, the US naval blockade of the ports of Iran will continue.

"Maybe I won't extend it. But the blockade is going to remain, but maybe I won't extend it. So, you have a blockade, and unfortunately, we'll have to start dropping bombs again," the US President said.

Trump was responding to a question on whether the ceasefire would be extended if no deal were reached by Wednesday, April 22, when the current two-week truce is set to expire.

The remarks suggest a hardening stance by the United States, with Trump making clear that while the blockade would continue, the pause in hostilities may not.

Meanwhile, a fresh round of talks between Iranian and American negotiators is expected to take place in Islamabad on Monday to reach a deal, CNN reported, citing Iranian officials familiar with the discussions.

According to CNN, the delegations are likely to arrive in the Pakistani capital on Sunday.

The visit aims to prepare the ground for a possible solution between the two sides after earlier discussions ended in a stalemate.

The Islamabad Peace Talks, held from April 11 to April 12, marked a historic but inconclusive diplomatic attempt to end the over-month-long hostilities between the United States and Iran. Mediated by Pakistan, the talks were the first high-level, face-to-face negotiations between the two nations since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The language used is so aggressive. "Start dropping bombs again"? This isn't a reality show, it's geopolitics affecting millions of lives. A more diplomatic approach is needed, for everyone's sake.
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Aman W
Good to see Pakistan mediating. South Asian diplomacy can play a positive role. Hope they find a middle path. Conflict is bad for the whole region, including us.
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Sarah B
The naval blockade continuing regardless is a huge problem. It's collective punishment. This kind of pressure rarely leads to lasting peace, only more resentment.
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Vikram M
As an Indian, my main worry is the safety of our diaspora in the Gulf and the impact on trade routes. Our government should be prepared with contingency plans.
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Karthik V
The deadline is April 22? That's very soon. Putting such public pressure might backfire. Negotiations need patience, not ultimatums. Let's hope cooler heads prevail in Islamabad.

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