President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the ceasefire with Iran is over, despite ongoing talks with the Islamic Republic. The announcement comes after a tumultuous week of increased strikes in Iran following the targeting of cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Background
The Trump administration has requested $87.6 billion from Congress to cover the costs of the conflict, including over $70 billion for military expenses. The ceasefire, which began on April 8, has been tested multiple times as tensions flared over the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump expressed skepticism about Iran’s desire to continue negotiations, stating that the United States has agreed to continue talks but has made it clear that the ceasefire is over. The president has also highlighted Iran’s threats on his life, revealing that he has been targeted by the Islamic Republic.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
