Trump extends Iran ceasefire as stalled talks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict

22 April, 2026, 12:25 pm

Last modified: 22 April, 2026, 12:35 pm

Trump extends Iran ceasefire as stalled talks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict

22 April, 2026, 12:25 pm

Last modified: 22 April, 2026, 12:35 pm

Donald Trump has announced an extension to the ceasefire with Iran, temporarily pausing military tensions. However, with diplomatic talks completely stalled over sanctions and nuclear commitments, is a deeper conflict inevitable? We explore the high stakes for the Middle East, global oil markets, and the fragile future of US-Iran relations.

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