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Trump Draws Red Line as US-Iran Ceasefire Clock Runs Out

Published: 17 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

US President Donald Trump reiterated that Iran “cannot have a nuclear weapon in any way, shape, or form” as the 60-day US-Iran ceasefire arrangement expired with no broader agreement in sight on Tehran’s nuclear programme or regional issues.

Key Takeaways

The expiry of the ceasefire period raises fresh uncertainty over US-Iran relations and the future of negotiations. While Iran says the agreement did not contain a fixed 60-day deadline and could be extended, both sides remain far apart on key issues including nuclear activities and the Strait of Hormuz.

Sources

Indian Express