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Web Desk<\/strong>
April 21, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

WASHINGTON<\/strong> \u2013 US President Donald Trump has made it clear that he is in “no rush” to finalize a nuclear deal with Iran, insisting that the US is in a “very strong position” and that the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will continue until Tehran agrees to terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an interview on Monday, Trump outlined his administration’s stance as the current temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran is set to expire on April 22.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘I Want a Good Deal’<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trump emphasized that he is not under pressure to reach a quick agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“I want a good deal with Iran. That’s why I’m in no rush,” Trump said, adding that he believes the matter will end with a “very big deal.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The US President reiterated his preference for a negotiated settlement but made clear that patience has limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘No Extension of Ceasefire’<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trump categorically stated that he does not want to extend the current ceasefire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“If needed, the US military is fully prepared to take action. If there is no deal, we will resume bombing Iran,” he warned.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The current temporary truce, brokered by Pakistan earlier this month, has held for nearly two weeks but expires on Tuesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blockade to Remain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The President confirmed that the US naval blockade of Iranian ports \u2014 imposed earlier this month \u2014 will continue until Iran signs an agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will continue until Iran makes a deal,” Trump stated.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The strategic waterway, through which approximately 20 percent of the world’s oil passes, has been a central point of leverage for both sides throughout the conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘Iran Has No Choice But to Negotiate’<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trump painted a picture of Iranian weakness, claiming that US military operations have crippled Tehran’s defenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“We have destroyed Iran’s navy, air force, and their leadership. Iran has no choice but to negotiate,” he said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The President suggested that if Iran agrees to a deal, it could emerge in a “very strong position” economically and diplomatically. However, he gave no indication that Washington would ease its maximum pressure campaign before an agreement is signed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hungary PM Vows to Arrest Netanyahu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talks Continue in Islamabad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite Trump’s tough rhetoric, diplomatic efforts continue. A second round of US-Iran talks is set to start in Islamabad, with Pakistani officials mediating between the two sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The US delegation will be led by Vice President JD Vance, while Iran is represented by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trump’s remarks suggest that while he is willing to see the negotiations through, he is not prepared to make significant concessions or extend the current truce beyond its Tuesday deadline.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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