US President Donald Trump warned he may not extend Iran ceasefire before April 22 deadline. The move raised risk of renewed strikes and blockade if talks fail. It affects United States, Iran, and broader regional stability amid nuclear tensions.
The temporary ceasefire began on April 8 and expires within days. Initial talks on April 11-12 ended without any announced agreement. Trump signaled cautious optimism for a second negotiation round soon.
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Proposals include unfreezing twenty billion dollars in Iranian assets for uranium restrictions. Washington wants a twenty-year enrichment moratorium while Iran prefers five years. Trump said cooperation on nuclear material removal is possible if agreement is reached.
Major disagreements persist over handling of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile. Iran’s Foreign Ministry insists the material will not be transferred abroad. Meanwhile, US naval forces maintain pressure on Iranian-linked vessels in the region.
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A new round of talks is expected in Islamabad on Monday. Officials see it as a last chance to secure a permanent ceasefire. The Strait of Hormuz situation remains tense amid conflicting claims.