Trump in no rush to set deadline on Iran ceasefire extension
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President Trump is not rushing to set a deadline for extending the Iran ceasefire, amid rising tensions.
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President Trump has not set a deadline for extending the ceasefire with Iran, two days after initially extending it for two weeks. This reluctance comes amid escalating tensions, as Iran released video of its forces seizing two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to "shoot and kill any boat" threatening the strait by laying mines. The situation indicates that prospects for talks are diminishing, giving way to increased brinksmanship from both nations. Stephanie Sy reported on these developments.
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President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to 'shoot and kill any boat' threatening the Strait of Hormuz.
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