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Trump: US blockade of Iranian ports will remain if no peace deal

President Donald Trump said he would keep a US blockade of Iranian ports in place unless a peace deal with Tehran is reached and indicated he might not renew the current ceasefire after it expires.

Published Apr 18, 2026, 12:05 AM EDT | WFMZZ

President Donald Trump said late Friday he plans to maintain a US blockade of Iranian ports if a peace deal with Tehran is not reached. He also indicated he may choose not to extend the current ceasefire after it expires.