Washington 21 April 2026 #2 lalasor Thu, 04/23/2026 - 01:45 Washington Thu, 04/23/2026 - 12:00 21 April 2026 President Trump stated that "we have been asked to hold our attack on the country of Iran until such time as their leaders and representatives can come up with a unified proposal. I have therefore directed our military to continue the blockade, and in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the ceasefire until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other". He subsequently contended that "Iran is collapsing financially... They want the Strait of Hormuz open immediately". Iran's parliamentary speaker subsequently maintained that "a complete ceasefire only makes sense if it is not violated b