Trump extends pause on Iran energy strikesextends pause on Iran energy strikes for additional 10 days
President Trump announced Thursday that he is extending a pause on U.S. strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure for approximately 10 additional days, through April 6, at Iran's request. The extension follows an initial five-day pause announced Monday to allow for ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. Trump stated that talks are progressing well, though Iranian officials have denied that direct bilateral negotiations are taking place. The pause comes amid broader U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran that began in February, including strikes that have caused significant casualties and damaged Iranian infrastructure.
Trump Administration
Trump characterized the negotiations as productive and constructive, stating that talks are going very well despite media skepticism. He emphasized that he is not desperate to reach a deal and indicated the U.S. has other military targets it intends to strike.
Iranian Position
Iran's foreign ministry denied that direct bilateral talks were occurring with the United States. Iranian officials stated that normalizing trade through the Strait of Hormuz would require the United States and Israel to cease their military offensive and commit not to restart it in the future.
- The Strait of Hormuz, which Iran closed in response to military strikes, is one of the world's most strategically important shipping routes for global oil supplies.
- Pakistan's prime minister publicly urged the United States and Iran to agree to a two-week ceasefire to allow diplomatic efforts to progress.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
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Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
