US Iran War Highlights: Trump warns ceasefire ‘highly unlikely’ to be extended

Brent crude oil rose 5.6% to $95.48 per barrel, driven by renewed fears that Iran could restrict tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz.

The spike reflected concerns over supply disruptions in one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

Earlier in the conflict, Brent briefly surged above $119 per barrel before easing on shifting geopolitical signals.

The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% from its all-time high, marking just its second decline in 14 sessions.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average edged down 4 points, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.3%.

The pullback followed news that the US had seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel accused of attempting to evade a blockade on Iranian ports.

Oil prices rose on Monday as tensions between the United States and Iran escalated again, though the reaction in global markets remained relatively muted compared with earlier phases of the conflict.

Wall Street also pulled back slightly from recent record highs, reflecting caution among investors ahead of a key ceasefire deadline.

Trump reiterated that any agreement must be favorable to the United States, saying: “We’re not going to let them rush the United States into making a Deal that is not as good as it could have been.”

The US President dismissed reports suggesting he is being rushed into an agreement, insisting he is acting independently.

“THIS IS NOT TRUE! I am under no pressure whatsoever, although, it will all happen, relatively quickly!”

Trump defended his handling of the Irnaian situation by comparing it to major global conflicts, including World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq.

He said critics were distorting expectations about timelines, stating:

“They like to say that I promised 6 weeks to defeat Iran… from the Military standpoint, it was far faster than that.”

US President Donald Trump accused Democrats of trying to undermine Washington’s negotiating leverage on Iran, writing: “The Democrats are doing everything possible to hurt the very strong position we are in with respect to Iran.”

He argued that political criticism is weakening the United States’ strategic standing at a sensitive moment in negotiations.

A central focus of Trump’s post was the ongoing blockade of Iran’s maritime access routes.

“Perhaps, most important of all, THE BLOCKADE… is absolutely destroying Iran,” he wrote.

He added that the blockade will remain in place until a deal is reached: “which we will not take off until there is a ‘DEAL’.”

Trump claimed significant battlefield setbacks for Iran, asserting that its military capabilities have been severely degraded.

“The enemy is confused, because they get these same Media ‘reports,’ and yet they realize their Navy has been completely wiped out,” he said.

He also claimed: “their Air Force has gone onto darker runways, they have no Anti Missile or Anti Airplane Equipment, their former leaders are mostly gone.”

Trump described the situation as “Regime Change!” in parenthesis.

US President Donald Trump said he is “winning a War, BY A LOT,” in a strongly worded post on Truth Social, asserting that US military operations are going “very well.”

He praised US forces, writing: “our Military has been amazing,” while dismissing critical coverage from major American media outlets.

US President Donald Trump signaled that the fragile ceasefire with Iran is unlikely to be extended beyond the current deadline.

In an interview with Bloomberg, Trump said it is “highly unlikely” he would extend the truce if no agreement is reached by Wednesday evening Eastern Time.

The warning comes as diplomatic efforts remain uncertain and the ceasefire edges closer to expiry.

Trump attacked the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran, calling it a “guaranteed Road to a Nuclear Weapon.”

“It was a guaranteed Road to a Nuclear Weapon, which will not, and cannot, happen with the Deal we’re working on.”

US President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said Washington is working on a new nuclear agreement with Iran that will be “FAR BETTER than the JCPOA,” the 2015 deal negotiated under former President Barack Obama.

“The DEAL that we are making with Iran will be FAR BETTER than the JCPOA…”

He described the earlier agreement as “one of the Worst Deals ever made” for US national security.

Mohammad Mokhber, a member of a body advising Iran’s supreme leader, warns the US against “any miscalculation,” threatening “final chastisement”

Says Iran is vigilant that negotiations are not used as a cover for prolonging conflict

Emphasises diplomacy must be backed by strength “in the field”

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blames US “aggression” for insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz, says tensions are the result of actions by the United States and Israel's “Zionist regime”

Remarks made during a phone call with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov.

Iran claims vessel movement through Hormuz is coordinated with its authorities.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian wrote on X: "Honoring commitments is the basis of meaningful dialogue. Deep historical mistrust in Iran toward U.S. gov conduct remains, while unconstructive & contradictory signals from American officials carry a bitter message; they seek Iran's surrender. Iranians do not submit to force."

"Adherence to commitments is the logic that justifies any kind of dialogue. In addition to the deep historical distrust in Iran toward the background of the U.S. government's behavior and performance, the non-constructive and contradictory approach of U.S. officials in recent days carries a bitter message: they seek Iran's surrender. The people of Iran will not bow to coercion."

JD Vance remains in the United States, has not yet departed for Pakistan

Uncertainty persists over second round of negotiations with Iran

Talks planned ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline

Donald Trump says a US delegation will be sent to Pakistan for further talks

A senior Iranian official says Iran is considering participation, but no final decision yet

Second source confirms US delegation has not left yet, but travel to Islamabad is expected soon (Reuters)

The US military says it has redirected 27 ships back to Iranian ports during the blockade

Blockade targets vessels entering or leaving Iran ports

Move aimed at pressuring Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

An Israeli official says diplomatic dialogue between the countries will resume on Thursday

Official spoke on condition of anonymity due to sensitivity of discussions, according to AP

No immediate confirmation from the United States or Lebanon

Trump wrote on Truth Social: "Israel never talked me into the war with Iran, the results of Oct. 7th, added to my lifelong opinion that IRAN CAN NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON, did. I watch and read the FAKE NEWS Pundits and Polls in total disbelief. 90% of what they say are lies and made up stories, and the polls are rigged, much as the 2020 Presidential Election was rigged. Just like the results in Venezuela, which the media doesn’t like talking about, the results in Iran will be amazing - And if Iran’s new leaders (Regime Change!) are smart, Iran can have a great and prosperous future!"