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Trump extends ceasefire, keeps Hormuz blockade intact

PUBLISHED Apr 21, 2026, 11:33 PM ET

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Washington — President Donald Trump extended an open-ended ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday while ordering the US Navy to continue enforcing a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, and he asserted on Truth Social that the blockade is costing Iran about USD 500 million per day. The extension delayed the expiration of a two-week truce set for April 22 and followed mediation efforts involving Pakistan. Washington's decision prompted the White House to call off Vice‑President J.D. Vance's scheduled Islamabad trip and came after Tehran reportedly declined to attend talks; markets reacted on April 21 as Brent crude rose above US$100 a barrel, and US officials said they would wait for a unified Iranian proposal before resuming high-level diplomacy.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

April 21: Iran reportedly informed Pakistan it would not attend Islamabad talks.
April 21: US Vice-President J.D. Vance's planned trip to Islamabad was cancelled.
April 22: President Trump extended the two-week ceasefire indefinitely via a Truth Social post.
April 22: Trump said the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would continue and claimed Iran was losing USD 500 million daily.
April 22: Financial markets reacted, with Brent crude moving above US$100 a barrel.

News Intelligence

The Strait of Hormuz blockade affects oil prices. With Brent crude over $100 a barrel, you may notice higher gas prices. Keep an eye on your local pump prices. Consider carpooling or public transit to save money.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 9
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 8

Who Benefited

The United States government preserved negotiating leverage by extending the ceasefire while maintaining the naval blockade, enabling continued pressure on Iran during diplomatic engagement.

Who Impacted

Iran faced intensified economic pressure and constrained diplomatic options as the US naval blockade remained in place and the president claimed daily revenue losses of about USD 500 million.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 9
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 8
Distribution:: Left 11%, Center 89%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

The United States government preserved negotiating leverage by extending the ceasefire while maintaining the naval blockade, enabling continued pressure on Iran during diplomatic engagement.

Who Impacted

Iran faced intensified economic pressure and constrained diplomatic options as the US naval blockade remained in place and the president claimed daily revenue losses of about USD 500 million.