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President Donald Trump has announced that a U.S. delegation will arrive in Pakistan on Monday to resume negotiations with Iran, just three days before a critical ceasefire is set to expire.
In a series of social media posts, Trump adopted a “no more Mr Nice Guy” stance, warning that the United States is prepared to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges if a “fair and reasonable” deal is not reached.
“…We’re offering a very fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran. NO MORE MR. NICE GUY…” – President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com/L4wQMJfGE6
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 19, 2026
The move comes as both nations attempt to resolve a conflict that began with military strikes in late February.
Security in Islamabad has been significantly tightened in anticipation of the high-stakes meeting, with local authorities implementing road closures and establishing armed checkpoints.
While the U.S. delegation previously included Vice President JD Vance and envoy Steve Witkoff, the exact composition of this new group has not been officially confirmed.
A primary point of contention remains Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium; while Trump has claimed an agreement to surrender the material is in place, Iranian officials have flatly denied any such arrangement.
The economic impact of the standoff continues to be felt globally, particularly regarding the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran re-imposed its block on the vital shipping route over the weekend, citing the ongoing US naval blockade as a violation of the current truce.
With tracking data showing the waterway empty of commercial shipping and reports of projectiles hitting vessels, the pressure on negotiators to find a diplomatic resolution before Wednesday’s deadline has reached a fever pitch.
