Iran vowed it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz as long as the United States continues to blockade its ports, in a tense standoff on Thursday (April 23, 2026) that has dominated the ceasefire in the war in West Asia.
With the ceasefire due to expire earlier this week, U.S. President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension at the eleventh hour, to allow more time for peace talks brokered by Pakistan.
Iran said it welcomed the efforts by Pakistan but made no other comment on Mr. Trump’s announcement.