Trump Extends Ceasefire, Hot War Between US and Iran Ends — Is "Cold War" Beginning?
Has the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran really been extended?
After observing that the Iranian delegation failed to show up for negotiations as scheduled, Trump proactively announced on social media that he would extend the ceasefire with Iran until Iran presents a permanent solution to end the conflict.
Naturally, this tweet still reflects Trump’s signature style: he didn’t admit it was his own “TACO” (an acronym often used sarcastically to refer to his unpredictable moves), but instead blamed Pakistan and Iran, claiming it was “at Pakistan’s request,” and “given the severe divisions within the Iranian government.”
Although on the surface Trump’s voluntary extension of the ceasefire appears to be a positive signal, the reality is far from that, as the U.S. has not lifted its economic sanctions and blockade against Iran, leaving Iran unimpressed by Trump’s “goodwill.”
The bargaining at the negotiation table remains deeply unequal — Trump has not withdrawn his “empty escalation” pressure on Iran, but merely postponed the ceasefire deadline, waiting for Iran to make concessions first.
Regardless, this round of intense confrontation between the U.S. and Iran can now be considered concluded. What lies ahead is a new phase defined by endurance: both sides are betting that the other will eventually buckle under economic pressure and compromise. Trump holds the sanction club, but faces mounting domestic inflation and election pressures; Iran, meanwhile, grapples with worsening living conditions under prolonged sanctions, and it’s unclear whether internal rifts will widen further over time.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1863143352351754/
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