U.S.-Iran ceasefire idea stalls, Trump's Hormuz Strait deadline nears
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump has not approved a proposed 45-day ceasefire with Iran, which aims to end the ongoing conflict by requiring Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- The ceasefire idea is under discussion among the U.S., Iran, and regional mediators, but remains one of several options and lacks Trump's official endorsement.
- Trump issued a strong warning on social media threatening strikes on Iranian bridges and power plants if Tehran does not comply by Tuesday night.
- Despite the ceasefire talks, the U.S. military operation, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury," continues, with Trump expected to address the situation in a White House press conference.
- The new deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is set for 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, extending a previous 10-day pause on attacks.
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