Israel Iran War · 7 April 2026

Pakistan asks Trump to extend deadline amid Iran threats

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Tensions are rising in the Middle East as a deadline looms for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan has asked President Trump to extend this deadline by two weeks, hoping to allow diplomacy to proceed. Trump has threatened to "decimate" Iran's civilian infrastructure if the strait remains closed, while Iran has already struck a ship and a Saudi complex.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 April 2026 at 22:45

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