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Pompeo Pessimistic as Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire, Threatens Blockade

4/25/2026

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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he is not optimistic about a U.S.–Iran agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump sent Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner for a cease-fire round in Islamabad.
Iran’s delegation led by Abbas Araghchi arrived Friday, causing Pakistan to say it will not meet U.S. officials.
President Donald Trump extended the cease-fire until Tehran offers a proposal, prompting Mike Pompeo to warn United States may resume blockade.

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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he is not optimistic about a U.S.–Iran agreement.
U.S. President Donald Trump sent Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner for a cease-fire round in Islamabad.
Iran’s delegation led by Abbas Araghchi arrived Friday, causing Pakistan to say it will not meet U.S. officials.
President Donald Trump extended the cease-fire until Tehran offers a proposal, prompting Mike Pompeo to warn United States may resume blockade.