Trump warns US is ‘locked and loaded’ after Iran peace talks collapse

WorldPolitics
12 Apr 2026 • 9:20 PM MYT
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  • Donald Trump announced the US would "immediately" blockade the Strait of Hormuz following the failure of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan.
  • The US president stated the US army would block ships and "interdict" any vessel paying a toll to Iran, accusing Tehran of "world extortion".
  • Trump also warned that the US military is "LOCKED AND LOADED" and prepared to "finish up the little that is left of Iran!".
  • The negotiations, which took place in Pakistan, lasted 21 hours but concluded without an agreement between the US and Iran.
  • US vice president JD Vance expressed disappointment, while Iran acknowledged some progress but cited "two important issues" for the ultimate failure.

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