U.S. Extends Ceasefire with Iran Amid Uncertainty Over Talks
President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistan, as the deadline for the truce approached. The extension comes amid uncertainty surrounding potential talks between the U.S. and Iran, which were scheduled to take place in Pakistan. The ceasefire, initially set to expire, was extended as both nations exchanged threats, with Iran expressing dissatisfaction over the U.S.'s blockade of Iranian ports. The blockade, aimed at pressuring Iran to relinquish control over the Strait of Hormuz, has led to a significant increase in oil prices. The U.S. military has also seized an Iranian container ship, further escalating tensions. 
