Trump Escalates Threats As Ceasefire Nears End

The U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated pressure on Iran ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline, warning of large-scale military action if no agreement is reached, CNBC reported. Trump said in recent remarks that failure to secure a deal could lead to widespread strikes on Iranian infrastructure.

The threat comes as uncertainty surrounds a possible second round of U.S.-Iran peace talks. According to sources cited by CNBC, a U.S. delegation is preparing to travel to Islamabad, though conflicting reports suggest plans remain fluid. Iran has publicly denied participation, while other reports indicate it may still send officials.

JUST IN: President Trump is warning Iran that he's ready to return to war if a peace deal is not reached, as a U.S. delegation travels to Pakistan for further negotiations, @JacquiHeinrich reports. pic.twitter.com/dzpGKwlIzT

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Previous negotiations led by Vice President JD Vance ended without agreement after extended talks. Meanwhile, tensions have intensified following U.S. naval action against an Iranian-linked vessel accused of breaching a blockade.

The fragile ceasefire, agreed earlier this month, is under strain as both sides accuse each other of violations.

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