President Donald Trump stated on Truth Social on April 21, 2026, that he had directed the U.S. Military to continue the blockade of Iran while extending a ceasefire pending a unified proposal from Iranian leadership.
In his post, Trump said the United States had been asked to hold its attack on Iran until Iranian leaders and representatives could submit a unified proposal. He affirmed that the military blockade would remain in place and that U.S. Forces would stay ready and able, with the ceasefire extended until discussions concluded.
Trump further contended that Iran was collapsing financially and urged for the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
The following day, Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, responded on X, stating that a complete ceasefire only made sense if it was not violated by the maritime blockade and if Israeli warmongering across all fronts was halted.
The exchange occurred amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions over maritime security in the Gulf region, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
As of April 23, 2026, no formal proposal had been submitted by Iranian representatives, and the U.S. Military blockade continued under the extended ceasefire framework outlined by the administration.
