Trump Warns Iran Ceasefire May Not Be Extended as He Signals New Deal Push Amid Rising Tensions

The United States and Iran are preparing for a potential resumption of hostilities as diplomatic efforts to extend a fragile ceasefire falter, with President Donald Trump indicating that military action could restart if no deal is reached by Wednesday evening.

Trump told CNBC that he expects the U.S. To secure a “great deal” with Iran, expressing confidence in America’s negotiating position despite Tehran’s warnings of retaliation over a seized ship and its claim of holding “new cards” should fighting resume.

We’re going to end up with a great deal. I think they have no choice… We’re in a very, very strong negotiating position.

Donald Trump, CNBC

The current ceasefire, which has paused hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz since late February, is set to end Wednesday evening according to Trump, who said it is “highly unlikely” he would extend it without a substantive agreement.

And Trump told Bloomberg it was “highly unlikely” he would extend the ceasefire without a deal.

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Pakistan is preparing to host a new round of talks between U.S. And Iranian officials in Islamabad on Tuesday or Wednesday, with Vice President JD Vance expected to lead the American delegation. Pakistani authorities have begun tightening security in the capital ahead of the negotiations.

Iran has accused the U.S. Of violating the ceasefire by maintaining a blockade on Iranian shipping outside the Strait of Hormuz, pointing to the seizure of an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel that attempted to evade restrictions. In response, Iranian forces fired what appeared to be warning shots at foreign vessels trying to pass through the trade route.

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi declared the strait open on Friday amid a new ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, where the Iranian terrorist proxy Hezbollah operates. But a day later, with the U.S. Blockade of Iranian shipping still in full effect outside of the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranians fired what appeared to be warning shots at foreign vessels trying to pass through the trade route.

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Trump dismissed suggestions that he is under pressure to reach a deal, stating in a CBS News interview that he feels no external pressure despite the uncertainty surrounding the peace process.

The U.S. Maintains that it is “winning” against Iran, with Trump asserting that Tehran will ultimately concede to American demands. However, Iranian officials have warned they possess unspecified leverage should negotiations fail and fighting resume.

Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon are scheduled to hold a second round of talks on Thursday, according to Israeli and U.S. Officials, as regional diplomatic efforts continue amid heightened tensions.