US-Iran talks on ceasefire extension amid Strait of Hormuz blockade
US President Donald Trump announced that US negotiators would head to Pakistan for talks with Iran to extend a ceasefire, though Iran did not immediately confirm. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked due to Iranian threats and a US blockade on Iranian ports. Iran's chief negotiator stated that ships would not pass while the US blockade is in effect. Trump threatened to destroy civilian infrastructure in Iran if it does not accept the US deal. Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the US blockade as 'unlawful and criminal,' a ceasefire violation, and a 'war crime.' New proposals have been received, and Pakistani mediators are arranging more talks, following previous unsuccessful direct talks in Islamabad.
Key Points
- US President Trump announced talks with Iran in Pakistan to extend a ceasefire, which Iran did not immediately confirm.
- The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked due to a US blockade on Iranian ports and Iranian threats, with Iran's chief negotiator stating no retreat in diplomacy.
- Trump threatened to destroy civilian infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, in Iran if it does not accept the US deal.
- Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the US naval blockade as 'unlawful and criminal,' a violation of the Pakistani-mediated ceasefire, and a 'war crime.'
- New proposals have been received, and Pakistani mediators are working to arrange another round of direct negotiations, following previous unsuccessful talks in Islamabad.
Exam Facts
- US President: Donald Trump
- US Vice-President leading talks: J.D. Vance
- Iranian chief negotiator: Mr. Ghalibaf
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: Esmaeil Baqaei
- Location of talks: Pakistan (Islamabad)
- Previous talks: April 11 and 12 in Islamabad
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