Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Amid Frantic Diplomatic Manoeuvres
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Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Amid Frantic Diplomatic Manoeuvres
President Donald Trump has extended a ceasefire with Iran due to end on Wednesday evening, providing more time for Tehran to formulate a unified proposal to end the conflict that has now stretched towards two months. The announcement came after a intensive day of diplomatic negotiations in Washington, during which Vice President JD Vance's scheduled visit to Islamabad for peace negotiations was postponed at the last minute. Trump disclosed the decision via Truth Social, his go-to platform for announcements concerning the conflict since hostilities began in late February, stating that the extension had been requested by Pakistan, which has been...
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