President Donald Trump says the United States is extending its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request as he waits for a unified proposal from the Islamic Republic.
The president said Tuesday he’s making the move at Pakistan’s request as he waits for a “unified proposal” from the Islamic Republic, but that the U.S. military will continue it’s blockade of Iranian ports.
Trump added that “he’s directed our Military to continue the Blockade and, in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the Ceasefire until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other.”
The president made the move even as the White House has put on hold Vice President JD Vance’s expected trip to Islamabad for a second round of talks as Tehran, at least for time-being, is balking at further talks.
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