Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire as Blockade Remains in Place
President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran, allowing time for Tehran to submit a unified proposal before peace talks conclude, though the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports continues. Iran disputes the blockade as a violation of ceasefire terms and refuses to negotiate under threats.
Ceasefire Extension Announced
President Donald Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran until Tehran submits its latest proposal with conditions for ending the war, and until negotiations conclude, keeping diplomacy open while maintaining pressure on Iran.
Blockade Controversy
Trump said the US naval blockade on Iran would remain. Iran has insisted that the blockade represents a violation of the ceasefire, and has said it will not negotiate under the "shadow of threats" or while the blockade remains in place.
Regional Violence Continues
Violence continues across the region, with Israeli settlers killing two people, including a child, in the occupied West Bank, and Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon wounding civilians and damaging homes despite a 10-day ceasefire.
Global Impact
Disruption to global oil supplies from the Iran war has added more than $100 to the price of long-haul flights from Europe, with the rise in jet fuel prices increasing the average fuel cost by $104 for each passenger on long-haul flights leaving Europe.