Iran war live: Tehran rejects ceasefire deal as Trump's deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz nears
By Kylie Maclellan
Published on April 7, 2026.
The United States has demanded that Iran comply with its request for the reopening of the Strait of India by the end of the day. This could lead to a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The country is currently embroiled in a dispute over ownership of the oil industry.
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