Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire ‘Over’ as U.S. Threatens More Military Strikes
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the United States no longer considers its ceasefire agreement with Iran to be in effect, signaling the possibility of additional military action and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Speaking during the NATO summit in Turkey, Trump said the ceasefire had effectively ended following renewed clashes between U.S. and Iranian forces. “As far as I’m concerned, it’s over,” Trump told reporters, adding that he no longer believes negotiations with Iran are worthwhile.
The president’s remarks came after the U.S. launched a series of military strikes in response to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping routes for oil. According to U.S. Central Command, American forces struck more than 80 targets, including air defense systems, command centers, anti-ship missile sites, and dozens of Revolutionary Guard boats that officials said posed a threat to international shipping.
Trump also warned that the United States could carry out additional strikes if necessary. During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, he said the U.S. would “very probably” strike Iran again. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed that position, saying the military was prepared to conduct deeper attacks if ordered.
In addition to military action, Trump suggested the U.S. could reimpose a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz. The Treasury Department also revoked a waiver that had allowed Iran to continue selling oil, increasing economic pressure on the country.
Iran strongly condemned the U.S. strikes, calling them a violation of last month’s ceasefire agreement. Iranian officials vowed to defend the nation’s sovereignty and warned they would respond to what they described as American aggression.
The renewed conflict immediately affected global markets. Oil prices surged as investors worried about possible disruptions to energy supplies passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude climbed sharply, while West Texas Intermediate also posted significant gains following Trump’s comments.
Despite taking a tougher military stance, Trump indicated he does not currently see a need to deploy U.S. ground troops into Iran, saying such a move would only be considered if future circumstances required it.
