Ceasefire declared broken
US President Donald Trump said the temporary ceasefire arrangement with Iran has collapsed, signalling a fresh escalation in West Asia.
Tensions rise after maritime attacks
The remarks come amid heightened regional strain following attacks on three cargo ships that attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz sea route. In response, the United States carried out successive air strikes targeting Iran, according to the report.
Statement made during NATO summit in Ankara
Trump made the comments while speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a two-day NATO summit underway in Ankara, Turkey. He was asked about the current status of the US-Iran ceasefire.
Trump expresses doubt over talks
Trump said he believes the ceasefire has effectively ended and described reaching an agreement with Iran as a waste of time. He added that US representatives may continue talks, but he has little confidence in their outcomes.
