Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire by Two Weeks

Tehran: Donald Trump has announced a two-week extension of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, citing a request from Pakistan, which is mediating ongoing peace efforts.

The announcement comes amid continued tensions, with Washington maintaining its naval blockade on Iranian ports even as the original ceasefire deadline approached. The U.S. has warned of possible military action if Iran does not participate in the next round of talks expected to take place in Islamabad.

Conflicting Signals on Talks

Despite the extension, uncertainty remains over whether Iran will join the negotiations. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that Tehran would not engage in talks “under the shadow of threats”, adding that preparations for potential escalation have been underway in recent weeks.

At the same time, conflicting reports have emerged regarding diplomatic engagement. Some international media outlets suggested that Iran may be open to talks, while Iranian state media has denied that any delegation is scheduled to travel to Islamabad.

US Delegation Moves Ahead

According to reports, J. D. Vance has departed for Islamabad, leading a U.S. delegation for the proposed second round of negotiations. U.S. officials remain optimistic about the possibility of a breakthrough, with President Trump expressing confidence that Iran may ultimately come to the table.

Trump also indicated that he would consider visiting Islamabad personally if a peace agreement is reached.

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