US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping by 10 days, moving it from Friday to April 6. This move comes after Trump claimed progress in talks to end the war with Iran.
Iran has publicly denied that any negotiations are taking place and accused the US administration of trying to calm world markets. The deadline extension was made on social media by Trump, who claimed that the additional time was being given “per Iranian Government request.”
The deadline is now set at April 6 for Iran to fully open the strait or face devastating strikes on its power plants. The US has been threatening to attack Iran’s power plants if it does not comply.
Trump’s decision comes after a cabinet meeting in which he discussed his strategy with his advisors, including Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Trump also expressed concerns about NATO allies not joining the war effort against Iran.
The extension of the deadline has been met with skepticism by some experts, who say that it may be an attempt to calm markets or distract from the ongoing conflict. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for oil shipping, and its closure has had significant economic impacts on global markets.
As tensions between the US and Iran continue to rise, the international community is watching closely for any developments in the situation. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has warned that the conflict could lead to higher inflation and a slowdown in global growth.
The death of Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed by Israeli forces on Thursday, has also added to the tensions between the two countries. Iran has vowed to continue its military operations against Israel, while Israel has promised to take further action against Iranian targets.
The situation remains volatile, with both sides digging in for a long and potentially bloody conflict. The US and its allies will need to carefully consider their next moves if they are to achieve a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/26/world/iran-war-israel-trump-oil