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Trump ‘highly unlikely’ to extend Iran ceasefire beyond Wednesday evening

Trump said the ceasefire is likely to lapse as U.S. and Iranian officials prepare for uncertain talks and tensions rise after a naval seizure.

  • On Monday, President Donald Trump warned that the ceasefire with Iran is 'highly unlikely' to be renewed, threatening that 'then lots of bombs start going off' if the deal expires Tuesday evening.
  • The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz remains a primary friction point, as Iran refuses to attend negotiations unless the blockade is lifted by Washington.
  • While Pakistan deployed nearly 20,000 security personnel in Islamabad to host potential talks, conflicting reports emerged regarding whether U.S. Vice President JD Vance had departed Washington for the summit.
  • Iran's Legal Medicine Organization reported at least 3,375 war-related deaths, while oil prices rose around 5% as traders feared the ceasefire's collapse would halt shipping and escalate military action.
  • President Trump maintains that Iran 'can never have a nuclear weapon,' a long-held position that dictates his willingness to use force rather than pursue diplomatic concessions in the current standoff.
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The U.S. President allegedly wants to negotiate seriously, but considers an extension of the ceasefire unlikely. Iran news on the blog.

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KRIV broke the news on Monday, April 20, 2026.
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