US President Donald Trump has said American forces will remain positioned near Iran until Tehran fully meets the terms of any final agreement.
He made it clear that US ships, aircraft, and troops will keep “hangin’ around” to ensure everything runs smoothly, especially with the planned reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Ceasefire Linked to Hormuz Reopening
The statement comes just a day after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire aimed at reducing tensions.
The agreement depends heavily on Iran allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries around 20% of the world’s oil supply.
Trump described Iran’s 10-point proposal as a possible starting point for negotiations and called the ceasefire a “big day for world peace”. He also claimed the US had already achieved its main military goals.
Iran Pushes Back Strongly
However, Iran has shown strong resistance to the current situation.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said continuing peace talks or agreeing to a full ceasefire would be “unreasonable” at this stage.
He pointed to recent Israeli strikes on Lebanon, which reportedly caused heavy casualties, as a violation of the spirit of the agreement.
Iran believes the ceasefire should include its regional allies, especially Hezbollah, but this has not been accepted by the US or Israel.
Dispute Over Ceasefire Terms
Iran has also warned it could take further action and has reportedly disrupted activity in the Strait of Hormuz again in protest.
Tehran’s demands include:
- Ending all regional fighting, including in Lebanon
- Removal of US sanctions
- Withdrawal of US forces from the region
- Permission to continue limited nuclear activities
The US and Israel have rejected several of these points, especially those related to Lebanon and nuclear rights.
What Happens Next?
The situation remains highly uncertain:
- Ceasefire: The two-week pause is fragile and could collapse if tensions continue
- Talks: Negotiations expected soon (possibly in Islamabad) now face uncertainty
- US stance: Washington says the ceasefire does not cover Lebanon and forces will stay on alert
Global Impact
Developments are being closely watched worldwide, especially because of the importance of the Strait of Hormuz for global oil supply.
Any disruption could affect oil prices, shipping, and global markets.
Conclusion
While the ceasefire has created a short pause in fighting, deep disagreements remain between the US and Iran.
With tensions rising again and conditions still unclear, the coming days will be critical in deciding whether peace talks move forward or conflict returns.
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