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Trump says US blockade of Iranian ports will 'remain' if no deal reached

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Published On: 18 Apr 2026, 09:59

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, April 18, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - President Donald Trump said late Friday he planned to maintain a US blockade of Iranian ports if a peace deal with Tehran is not reached, adding that he may not extend the ceasefire after its expiration Wednesday.

"Maybe I won't extend it, but the blockade is going to remain," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.

 

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