Trump Extends Ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan's Request Amid Ongoing Negotiations

President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, acting on requests from Pakistani leaders to allow time for Iran's government to present a unified proposal. In a Truth Social post, Trump stated that the U.S. military would continue the blockade of Iranian ports while remaining prepared for any developments.

The decision follows diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan, which had planned to host a second round of peace talks. However, these talks were delayed as Iran refused to resume negotiations, citing unacceptable U.S. actions, such as the ongoing blockade of its ports.

Iran's Foreign Ministry has not finalized a decision to return to the talks, although their U.N. ambassador acknowledged signs that the U.S. might reconsider the blockade, a key Iranian condition. Tensions remain high, with both nations issuing threats—Trump with military rhetoric and Iran with warnings of retaliation against regional oil infrastructure if conflict resumes.

Meanwhile, U.S. forces boarded a sanctioned tanker and seized an Iranian ship, actions Iran deems violations of the ceasefire. Diplomatic efforts continue in Islamabad, supported by China and the United Nations. Concurrently, historic talks between Israel and Lebanon are set to resume, amid rising hostilities and casualties since the broader conflict began in February with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.