Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Following Mediation Request From Pakistan

Iran-United States Ceasefire Negotiations·April 21 – April 22, 2026

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Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Following Mediation Request From Pakistan

President Donald Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday. This decision follows a request from Pakistani leaders to allow Iranian officials more time to create a unified peace proposal. Trump stated that the Iranian government is currently fractured. He directed the United States military to maintain its naval blockade of Iranian ports while waiting for the new proposal. The ceasefire extension comes during a two-month conflict that has involved Israel and caused high regional tension. Although the pause in fighting continues, the status of future negotiations is still unclear because the U.S. and Iran disagree over the port blockade. Trump said the military will stay ready to act if the two sides cannot reach an agreement.

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