Trump extends Hormuz deadline even as strikes continue; oil prices ease: What's happening in US-Israel vs Iran war
US President Donald Trump has extended a pause on strikes targeting Iran's energy infrastructure until early April, as Washington signals that diplomacy remains its preferred path forward in the escalating conflict. The move comes amid continued volatility in the region, with oil prices declining and heading for their sharpest weekly drop in six months.
The US and Iran conflict has entered its fourth week. The conflict began after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran following the collapse of nuclear talks. US President Donald Trump has extended a pause on strikes targeting Iran's energy infrastructure until early April. The temporary halt is seen as a sign that diplomacy remains an option. Oil prices have declined, with Brent crude futures slipping to $107.17 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate falling to $93.46 per barrel. The conflict has spread across the Middle East, disrupting critical oil routes and pushing global energy prices higher.
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