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Breaking News: Trump Warns Iran as Ceasefire Nears End, US Signals Possible Strike Over Hormuz

As the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran enters its final days, tensions are escalating with little sign of resolution. Hopes for continued peace through diplomacy are fading, as both sides appear to be hardening their positions. U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, stating that Washington will not tolerate any “blackmail” over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump emphasized that the U.S. is prepared to take decisive action if Iran refuses to comply with its conditions, raising concerns about a possible renewed military strike. A high-level strategy meeting was recently held at the White House, attended by key officials including Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The discussions focused on next steps if negotiations fail, including military and economic responses. Despite ongoing backchannel talks, Trump expressed frustration, accusing Iran of attempting to repeatedly disrupt maritime traffic through Hormuz. He also claimed that Iran’s military capabilities are significantly weakened, while asserting that U.S. actions have shifted the balance of power. The Strait of Hormuz remains a key flashpoint, with its closure or restriction having major global economic consequences. As the ceasefire deadline approaches, the world watches closely, fearing that any miscalculation could trigger a wider conflict impacting oil supplies, global markets, and regional stability.

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