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President Donald Trump faces a diplomatic deadlock with Iran as the 60-day deadline for a final peace agreement expires.

The administration announced that the 60-day deadline for a final peace agreement with Iran has expired, leaving the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program unresolved. While the June Memorandum of Understanding aimed to establish a permanent end to the war, both sides have accused each other of violating the terms. Iran insists on maintaining authority over the waterway, while the administration maintains a naval blockade to ensure unrestricted commercial navigation. President Donald Trump stated that Iran is unwilling to accept the necessary terms to end the stalemate, specifically noting that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. The administration has also expanded its diplomatic outreach to include European allies like Austria and Greece to help pressure Tehran. Meanwhile, Iran has pursued a separate understanding with Oman to establish new transit routes, though these require U.S. approval. As the war continues to strain U.S. munitions inventories and disrupt global energy markets, the administration faces a choice between extending negotiations, escalating pressure, or continuing the conflict.

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