Trump's Iran Talks: High Stakes, Low Trust

0:00It's April 21st. This is Canada News today, AI-powered stories from your city. President Trump just dropped that he's highly unlikely to extend the two-week ceasefire with Iran, said to expire Wednesday evening Washington time. That truth kicked off April 7th, and now negotiators got a hustle for a deal to wrap up this war before it blows up again. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz stays blockaded by the U.S., with Trump holding firm until a full agreement's inked. As President J.D. Vance heads out Monday to restart talks, likely Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, teaming up with Jared Kushner and Special Envoy, Steve Wykov. Iran's leaders are pushing back hard, citing deep mistrust and rejecting threats at the table. Their president and parliament speaker called out the blockade as a surrender play, while recent flip-flops saw the Strait briefly reopen Friday, then. Shut down quick after U.S. moves, including seizing an Iranian ship over the weekend. From the nuclear front, Trump demands Iran ditch weapon ambitions and hand over enriched

1:02uranium stockpiles. But Tehran's split hardliners in the Revolutionary Guard vs. dealmakers like the president could snag things. Still, officials see a solid shot at ending the war soon, even if nukes need more rounds. Trump's feeling heat at home with polls showing most Americans against the fight that started late February, spiking energy prices. The insist fuel costs drop fast, post-deal, urges patients like in past long wars and won't rush into anything weak. Eyes stay glued on these high stakes talks.