Trump Delays Iran Strike Deadline Amid Ongoing Talks
On March 23, US President Donald Trump announced an extension of the halt on attacks against Iran’s energy plants into April, claiming this extension was at Tehran’s request.
However, according to a US media report, Iran had not sought any such pause.
Now, according to the American president, the dialogues with Iran were going ‘’very well’, and he accused the media of spreading false news claiming otherwise.
US-Iran Peace Talks: What Did Trump Say in His Truth Social Post?
US news: As per his post on Truth Social, Trump stated, "As per the Iranian Government's request, please let this statement serve to represent that I am pausing the period of Energy Plant destruction by 10 Days to Monday, April 6, 2026, at 8 P.M., Eastern Time. Talks are ongoing and, despite erroneous statements to the contrary by the Fake News Media and others, they are going very well. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP,"
Before making an announcement about the extension through a social media post, Trump made a threat during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Thursday to heighten pressure on Iran if it doesn’t take the deal seriously.
Following the US announcements between March 20 and 23, Iran denied entering into any such dialogue with Washington.
President Trump has not clarified with whom the United Nations is negotiating in Iran, especially when many high-ranking officials have died during the war.
He is under pressure to convince Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for the flow of gas and oil and to prevent a global supply crisis.
In just four weeks, the war has spread across the Middle East, causing casualties and a rise in energy prices, alarming fears of global inflation.
On February 28, after talks over its nuclear program failed, Iran faced joint strikes from the United States and Israel.
Donald Trump News: Trump Extends Energy Strike Halt from 5 to 10 Days
On March 23, US President Donald Trump announced a five-day pause in strikes on power plants and energy infrastructure, and he has now extended it to 10 days.
Iran: ‘Did Not Ask For Pause’
Iran War News: As reported by the Wall Street Journal, mediators had denied Iran's request for a 10-day pause in strikes on its energy plants.
Trump claimed Iran wanted a 7-day pause in strikes, but reports following his announcement indicated Tehran remained unsure about how to proceed in negotiations.s.
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Iran-Israel War: Iran Counters US Peace Plan with New Conditions
Earlier on Thursday, Iran conveyed through the Tasnim news agency that it is still awaiting feedback after rejecting the US 15-point plan to end the war and instead placing its own conditions.
These conditions include guarantees that the United States and Israel will not resume attacks, compensation for war damages, and recognition of Iran’s authority over the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Hints at Ending Conflict; US Sends 15-Point Proposal
According to the Tasnim report, Iran is also heading to end the war on all fronts, referring to Israel's parallel war against the Tehran-backed Lebanese Hezbollah militant group.
Earlier, during a cabinet meeting on Thursday, special envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed the delivery of a 15-point proposal to Iran via Pakistani mediators. It offered a more optimistic tone without details. According to him, this indicates strong, positive messaging and dialogue.
The United States has made a list of 12 demands, with three points that Iran will receive in return. As per media reports, people are aware of the matter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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He extended the deadline for strikes on Iran’s energy sites by 10 days.
Trump said it was due to progress in talks with Iran.
No, mediators said Iran did not ask for any such pause.
Talks are uncertain, with mixed signals from both sides.
It affects oil prices, global markets, and regional stability.
