United States President, Donald Trump, has alleged that Iran breached a temporary ceasefire multiple times as uncertainty deepens over renewed peace negotiations between both countries.
The US leader made the claim on Tuesday via his Truth Social platform, warning that the fragile truce—expected to expire soon—may collapse without progress in talks.
“Iran has Violated the Cease Fire numerous times!” he said, without providing details.
Diplomatic efforts to resume negotiations have faltered after Tehran indicated it had not sent any delegation for the proposed talks in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Iranian state television dismissed earlier reports suggesting otherwise, stating, “So far, no delegation from Iran has departed for Islamabad, Pakistan.”
The planned meeting was expected to follow an earlier round of discussions held in the Pakistani capital, which ended without a breakthrough.
A US delegation, reportedly led by Vice President JD Vance, is still expected to travel for further engagements, even as tensions persist between both sides.
Washington and Tehran have traded accusations over violations of the truce. While the US claims Iran targeted vessels along the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has criticised the US naval blockade and the seizure of one of its ships, describing them as breaches of the agreement.
Despite the stalemate, President Trump expressed confidence that a deal could still be reached.
“We’re going to end up with a great deal. I think they have no choice… We’re in a very, very strong negotiating position,” Trump said in an interview with CNBC.
“Iran can get themselves on a very good footing if they make a deal.”
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, urged both countries to extend the ceasefire and prioritise dialogue.
He called on the parties “to consider extending the ceasefire and to give dialogue and diplomacy a chance,” according to a statement from Pakistan’s foreign ministry.
However, Iranian officials have maintained a hardline stance, insisting they will not engage in negotiations under pressure. The country’s parliament speaker warned that Tehran would resist talks conducted “under the shadow of threats” and could escalate if hostilities resume.
President Trump also hinted at possible escalation if the truce collapses.
“If the ceasefire expires then lots of bombs start going off,” Trump warned, adding that the US blockade of Iranian ports would remain in place until an agreement is reached.
Security has been tightened in Islamabad ahead of the anticipated talks, with key government areas heavily guarded and restrictions imposed across parts of the city.
Analysts say the standoff now reflects a broader contest of political leverage rather than military capability, as both sides seek to strengthen their bargaining positions before any potential agreement.
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