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Trump says Iran violated ceasefire with US 'numerous times' ahead of crunch talks in Islamabad
The US leader's remark comes as Pakistan prepares for fresh talks this week, with Iran's participation uncertain and a 14-day ceasefire expiring on Wednesday.
Trump says Iran violated ceasefire with US 'numerous times' ahead of crunch talks in Islamabad
Trump speaks in the Oval Office after signing an Executive Order April 18 2026 in Washington, DC. / AFP

US President Donald Trump said Iran violated the ceasefire reached two weeks ago “numerous times,” as the two sides are expected to hold a second round of talks in Pakistan this week.

“Iran has Violated the Cease Fire numerous times!” Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social on Tuesday.

Hostilities in the region have escalated since the US and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran on February 28. In response, Tehran retaliated with strikes on Israel and other regional countries hosting US assets.

Pakistan hosted the first round of peace talks on April 11-12 after brokering the 14-day ceasefire on April 8, which is set to expire on Wednesday.

Trump earlier said it is “highly unlikely” that he will extend the ceasefire.

Preparations for the second round are under way in Islamabad, but participation by the Iranian side remains uncertain. The US side will again be led by Vice President JD Vance.

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SOURCE:AA