Iran rejects negotiations! Trump announces extension of ceasefire, maintaining maritime blockade while awaiting Iran's proposal.

Trump stated that, in light of the 'serious divisions' within the Iranian government, the U.S. has decided to extend the ceasefire until Iran presents a unified negotiation proposal and completes the negotiations. During this period, the U.S. military will continue to enforce a maritime blockade against Iran while maintaining a state of military readiness.

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Express News | Iranian media confirmed that they have received 'some signals' indicating the United States is prepared to lift the blockade.

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Express News | Trump announces extension of ceasefire with Iran

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Express News | Sources indicate that Iran will not participate in the U.S.-Iran talks scheduled for the 22nd.

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Trump stated that he would not extend the ceasefire and threatened to resume bombing Iran. Reports indicate that Iran will not participate in the negotiations scheduled for the 22nd, and Vance has postponed his attendance.

After Trump's threat of bombing, the three major U.S. stock indices turned to losses. After news spread that Vance postponed his trip, the three major indices hit new daily lows. A member of Iran's parliamentary presidium stated that there would be no second round of negotiations until the maritime blockade is resolved; an Iranian parliamentary official mentioned that if diplomatic language proves ineffective, they will choose to continue hostilities. Pakistani sources claimed that relevant U.S. negotiators have arrived in Pakistan one after another; American media reported that Vance is still in Washington and will attend a White House meeting, while his delay in traveling to Islamabad is due to internal Iranian disagreements over whether to participate in a new round of peace talks.

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