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Trump Extends Iran Deadline on Hormuz – Talks Continue

Published March 27, 2026, 07:14
Trump Extends Iran Deadline on Hormuz – Talks Continue

Donald Trump has extended his ultimatum to Iran regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz by another six days, while assuring that talks with Tehran are progressing well. The extension came at the request of the Iranian government, according to Trump, and aims to avoid the bombing of Iranian energy infrastructure. Simultaneously, the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, is in France for the G7, where he is expected to pressure for the opening of the strait. Trump threatens the destruction of Iranian power plants, but at the same time states that Iran is allowing ten ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz daily. The US side insists that talks with Iran are on track, while Tehran refuses to use the term “talks,” but has transmitted a response to a 15-point plan proposed by the US, setting its own terms for a ceasefire. The new extension of the ultimatum resulted in a slight stabilization of oil prices, which fell slightly, but remained significantly higher than pre-conflict levels. The situation remains tense, with Iran carrying out attacks with missiles and drones against military and energy targets in Israel and Gulf countries. The war has been ongoing for a month, starting with the joint US and Israeli attack against Iran. The situation is fluid, with Trump alternating between threats and assurances of a quick end to the conflict. The international community is closely monitoring developments, while the G7 is expected to play a role in efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions.