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US President Donald Trump will not drag his country into "another disastrous deal with Iran", the White House said on Tuesday. "If a Deal happens under Trump, it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else," wrote the president's office. 
The statement came hours after Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf -- who led the Tehran's team of negotiators in the first round of peace talks with the US in Pakistan this month -- wrote on social media that Iran does not "accept negotiators under the shadow of threats". 
<blockquote>Make no mistake, President Trump won't drag the United States into another disastrous deal with Iran.
"If a Deal happens under “TRUMP,” it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else." -… <a href="https://t.co/GtQ7zQXyLy">pic.twitter.com/GtQ7zQXyLy</a>
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/2046378987761422792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2026</a></blockquote>
<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>Accusing Trump of imposing a siege and violating the US-Iran ceasefire, Ghalibaf said that Trump "in his own imagination" seeks to turn this negotiating table into "a table of surrender or to justify renewed warmongering".  
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Warning of escalations, the Iranian official claimed to have "prepared to reveal new cards on the battlefield" over the past two weeks. 
The remarks from both sides come as a fragile, two-week ceasefire -- which began on April 8 after more than five weeks of escalations -- is set to end on the next day. Despite the ceasefire, the situation has remained tense since the first round of diplomatic talks in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, failed through. 
The ceasefire is set to expire on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
US Vice President JD Vance -- who represented the US in the first round of talks -- will lead the second round of talks if Iran agrees to further talks in the Pakistani capital, according to foreign media reports. He may reportedly be accompanied by Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law. 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Tehran is concerned about “unconstructive and contradictory signals from American officials”, stating categorically that "Iranians do not submit to force". He also accused American officials of sending unconstructive and contradictory signals as recently as Monday as investors globally awaited the next round of peace talks.
Before the ceasefire, the US had threatened to target Iran's power plants and public infrastructure if a deal didn't materialise. Both sides have made contradictory statements since, fuelling tensions across global markets. 
Brent crude traded near $95 a barrel mark at the last count in Tuesday's trade, while WTI crude hovered around $86.5 per barrel. At this level, Brent has fallen more than 20 per cent from a nearly four-year high recorded amid growing escalations in mid-March. 
<h2>Strait of Hormuz remains at centre of West Asia conflict </h2>
The Strait of Hormuz -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea -- is effectively observing a dual blockade, causing volatility in global energy markets. The strait has been effectively shut since February 28, when joint US-Israel strikes against Tehran killed  
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and triggered Tehran's retaliatory action against several countries in the region. 
Tehran first closed the Strait of Hormuz -- which normally enables the supplies of one-fifth of the world's oil and gas -- on March 2, and then again on April 18 citing a blockade of its ports by the US. 
American forces seized Iranian-flagged cargo vessel Touska this week, in the Gulf of Oman. The incident has threatened to jeopardise the fragile ceasefire amid diminishing hopes of a breakthrough in fresh peace talks. The US launched a naval blockage on the ships moving near Iranian ports, with Trump warning that it will not be lifted until a deal is reached. The US Central Command claimed that the Iranian vessel ignored repeated warnings to stop a six-hour period.
Touska is currently in US custody for inspection of its cargo. The Iranian side has condemned the seizure as "piracy" and a clear violation of the ceasefire.  The incident is reportedly considered the first major use of force against a non-military Iranian vessel by the US during the West Asia crisis. 
Here are answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the story: 
When will the current ceasefire between the US and Iran end?
The 14-day ceasefire is scheduled to end on Wednesday, April 22. 
Who represented the US and Iran in the first round of peace talks between both countries? 
While Vance led the American team of negotiators, the Iranian delegation was led by Ghalibaf. 
What is Touska? Why is it important? 
Touska is a large Iranian cargo vessel, stretching more than 950 feet, seized by the US. Tehran has strongly condemned the incident, accusing the US of breaching the terms of a temporary ceasefire in the region. It is the first major action by the US military against a non-military Iranian ship. 
What has the US said? 
The White House has said that Trump will ensure that any agreement reached with Iran is for global peace and security. 
What is Iran's position on this? 
Iran has refused to negotiate under pressure, with Ghalibaf saying that it will not accept talks "under the shadow of threats". 
Why are tensions rising again? 
Both sides have accused each other of bad faith. 
What happens if no deal is struck? 
There are growing concerns that failure to establish a peace agreement may lead to escalations.

US President Donald Trump will not drag his country into "another disastrous deal with Iran", the White House said on Tuesday. "If a Deal happens under Trump, it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else," wrote the president's office. The statement came hours after Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf -- who led the Tehran's team of negotiators in the first round of peace talks with the US in Pakistan this month -- wrote on social media that Iran does not "accept negotiators under the shadow of threats". Make no mistake, President Trump won't drag the United States into another disastrous deal with Iran."If a Deal happens under “TRUMP,” it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else." -… pic.twitter.com/GtQ7zQXyLy— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 21, 2026Accusing Trump of imposing a siege and violating the US-Iran ceasefire, Ghalibaf said that Trump "in his own imagination" seeks to turn this negotiating table into "a table of surrender or to justify renewed warmongering".  Warning of escalations, the Iranian official claimed to have "prepared to reveal new cards on the battlefield" over the past two weeks. The remarks from both sides come as a fragile, two-week ceasefire -- which began on April 8 after more than five weeks of escalations -- is set to end on the next day. Despite the ceasefire, the situation has remained tense since the first round of diplomatic talks in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, failed through. The ceasefire is set to expire on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.US Vice President JD Vance -- who represented the US in the first round of talks -- will lead the second round of talks if Iran agrees to further talks in the Pakistani capital, according to foreign media reports. He may reportedly be accompanied by Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Tehran is concerned about “unconstructive and contradictory signals from American officials”, stating categorically that "Iranians do not submit to force". He also accused American officials of sending unconstructive and contradictory signals as recently as Monday as investors globally awaited the next round of peace talks.Before the ceasefire, the US had threatened to target Iran's power plants and public infrastructure if a deal didn't materialise. Both sides have made contradictory statements since, fuelling tensions across global markets. Brent crude traded near $95 a barrel mark at the last count in Tuesday's trade, while WTI crude hovered around $86.5 per barrel. At this level, Brent has fallen more than 20 per cent from a nearly four-year high recorded amid growing escalations in mid-March. Strait of Hormuz remains at centre of West Asia conflict The Strait of Hormuz -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea -- is effectively observing a dual blockade, causing volatility in global energy markets. The strait has been effectively shut since February 28, when joint US-Israel strikes against Tehran killed Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and triggered Tehran's retaliatory action against several countries in the region. Tehran first closed the Strait of Hormuz -- which normally enables the supplies of one-fifth of the world's oil and gas -- on March 2, and then again on April 18 citing a blockade of its ports by the US. American forces seized Iranian-flagged cargo vessel Touska this week, in the Gulf of Oman. The incident has threatened to jeopardise the fragile ceasefire amid diminishing hopes of a breakthrough in fresh peace talks. The US launched a naval blockage on the ships moving near Iranian ports, with Trump warning that it will not be lifted until a deal is reached. The US Central Command claimed that the Iranian vessel ignored repeated warnings to stop a six-hour period.Touska is currently in US custody for inspection of its cargo. The Iranian side has condemned the seizure as "piracy" and a clear violation of the ceasefire.  The incident is reportedly considered the first major use of force against a non-military Iranian vessel by the US during the West Asia crisis. Here are answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the story: When will the current ceasefire between the US and Iran end?The 14-day ceasefire is scheduled to end on Wednesday, April 22. Who represented the US and Iran in the first round of peace talks between both countries? While Vance led the American team of negotiators, the Iranian delegation was led by Ghalibaf. What is Touska? Why is it important? Touska is a large Iranian cargo vessel, stretching more than 950 feet, seized by the US. Tehran has strongly condemned the incident, accusing the US of breaching the terms of a temporary ceasefire in the region. It is the first major action by the US military against a non-military Iranian ship. What has the US said? The White House has said that Trump will ensure that any agreement reached with Iran is for global peace and security. What is Iran's position on this? Iran has refused to negotiate under pressure, with Ghalibaf saying that it will not accept talks "under the shadow of threats". Why are tensions rising again? Both sides have accused each other of bad faith. What happens if no deal is struck? There are growing concerns that failure to establish a peace agreement may lead to escalations. 

The White House has said that President Donald Trump will not drag the US into "another disastrous deal with Iran". Tehran has refused to negotiate "under the shadow of threats". 

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US President Donald Trump will not drag his country into another disastrous deal with Iran, the White House said on Tuesday. If a Deal happens under Trump, it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else, wrote the presidents office.  The statement came hours after Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf -- who led the Tehrans team of negotiators in the first round of peace talks with the US in Pakistan this month -- wrote on social media that Iran does not accept negotiators under the shadow of threats.  Make no mistake, President Trump wont drag the United States into another disastrous deal with Iran. If a Deal happens under “TRUMP,” it will guarantee Peace, Security, and Safety, not only for Israel and the Middle East, but for Europe, America, and everywhere else. -… pic.twitter.com/GtQ7zQXyLy — The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 21, 2026 Accusing Trump of imposing a siege and violating the US-Iran ceasefire, Ghalibaf said that Trump in his own imagination seeks to turn this negotiating table into a table of surrender or to justify renewed warmongering.   Warning of escalations, the Iranian official claimed to have prepared to reveal new cards on the battlefield over the past two weeks.  The remarks from both sides come as a fragile, two-week ceasefire -- which began on April 8 after more than five weeks of escalations -- is set to end on the next day. Despite the ceasefire, the situation has remained tense since the first round of diplomatic talks in Pakistans capital, Islamabad, failed through.  The ceasefire is set to expire on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. US Vice President JD Vance -- who represented the US in the first round of talks -- will lead the second round of talks if Iran agrees to further talks in the Pakistani capital, according to foreign media reports. He may reportedly be accompanied by Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law.  Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Tehran is concerned about “unconstructive and contradictory signals from American officials”, stating categorically that Iranians do not submit to force. He also accused American officials of sending unconstructive and contradictory signals as recently as Monday as investors globally awaited the next round of peace talks. Before the ceasefire, the US had threatened to target Irans power plants and public infrastructure if a deal didnt materialise. Both sides have made contradictory statements since, fuelling tensions across global markets.  Brent crude traded near $95 a barrel mark at the last count in Tuesdays trade, while WTI crude hovered around $86.5 per barrel. At this level, Brent has fallen more than 20 per cent from a nearly four-year high recorded amid growing escalations in mid-March.  Strait of Hormuz remains at centre of West Asia conflict  The Strait of Hormuz -- a crucial maritime region connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea -- is effectively observing a dual blockade, causing volatility in global energy markets. The strait has been effectively shut since February 28, when joint US-Israel strikes against Tehran killed  Irans Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and triggered Tehrans retaliatory action against several countries in the region.  Tehran first closed the Strait of Hormuz -- which normally enables the supplies of one-fifth of the worlds oil and gas -- on March 2, and then again on April 18 citing a blockade of its ports by the US.  American forces seized Iranian-flagged cargo vessel Touska this week, in the Gulf of Oman. The incident has threatened to jeopardise the fragile ceasefire amid diminishing hopes of a breakthrough in fresh peace talks. The US launched a naval blockage on the ships moving near Iranian ports, with Trump warning that it will not be lifted until a deal is reached. The US Central Command claimed that the Iranian vessel ignored repeated warnings to stop a six-hour period. Touska is currently in US custody for inspection of its cargo. The Iranian side has condemned the seizure as piracy and a clear violation of the ceasefire.  The incident is reportedly considered the first major use of force against a non-military Iranian vessel by the US during the West Asia crisis.  Here are answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the story:  When will the current ceasefire between the US and Iran end? The 14-day ceasefire is scheduled to end on Wednesday, April 22.  Who represented the US and Iran in the first round of peace talks between both countries?  While Vance led the American team of negotiators, the Iranian delegation was led by Ghalibaf.  What is Touska? Why is it important?  Touska is a large Iranian cargo vessel, stretching more than 950 feet, seized by the US. Tehran has strongly condemned the incident, accusing the US of breaching the terms of a temporary ceasefire in the region. It is the first major action by the US military against a non-military Iranian ship.  What has the US said?  The White House has said that Trump will ensure that any agreement reached with Iran is for global peace and security.  What is Irans position on this?  Iran has refused to negotiate under pressure, with Ghalibaf saying that it will not accept talks under the shadow of threats.  Why are tensions rising again?  Both sides have accused each other of bad faith.  What happens if no deal is struck?  There are growing concerns that failure to establish a peace agreement may lead to escalations. 

The White House has said that President Donald Trump will not drag the US into another disastrous deal with Iran. Tehran has refused to negotiate under the shadow of threats. 