WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has sought tougher terms in a proposed agreement to extend the ceasefire with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, US media reported on Saturday, as negotiations remained unresolved despite high-level talks at the White House. According to The New York Times, Trump requested changes to several provisions of a draft deal that had been awaiting his approval, sending a revised framework back to Iran for consideration. The changes reportedly strengthen provisions that Trump considers critical, including the handling of Iran’s nuclear material.

President Donald Trump is considering whether approve a 60-day deal to extend the shaky ceasefire between the United States and Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz while setting…

Plan for truce extension awaits Trump approval