‘At the request of CDF Munir, PM Shehbaz’, Trump announces extension in ceasefire until Iran submits proposal -

On 21 April 2026, Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran until Iran submits a proposal and discussions conclude, at the request of Pakistan's CDF Munir and PM Shehbaz. Before the announcement, Trump had said an extension was 'highly unlikely' and 'I expect to be bombing'.

The US said it was positive on a deal, but talks remained uncertain as the end of the ceasefire neared, and both the US and Iran warned they were ready for war. Trump also said recovering Iran's uranium 'will be a long and difficult process'.