Iran, US, Israel War News Live Updates: Trump says not considering Iran ceasefire extension, signals preference for deal
Iran, US, Israel War Today News Live Updates: Iran port blockade has been enforced by US forces, which said they now maintain maritime superiority in the Middle East as tensions with Tehran continue to escalate.
Iran, US, Israel War Today News Live Updates: US President Donald Trump said that he is not considering extending a ceasefire with Iran but indicated that a negotiated deal would be the preferable outcome. “It could end either way, but I think a deal is preferable because then they can rebuild,” Trump told ABC News reporter Jonathan Karl on Tuesday.
US enforces Iran port blockade: US Central Command said that it has enforced a blockade on Iranian ports, halting maritime trade within 36 hours and asserting control over key Middle East sea routes. “A blockade of Iranian ports has been fully implemented as U.S. forces maintain maritime superiority in the Middle East. An estimated 90% of Iran’s economy is fueled by international trade by sea. In less than 36 hours since the blockade was implemented, U.S. forces have completely halted economic trade going into and out of Iran by sea,” said Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander.
