Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire Amid Trump Deadline for Strait of Hormuz

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Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire, Trump Sets Deadline for Reopening Strait of Hormuz

Iran has rejected a proposed temporary ceasefire, according to reports. The proposal was reportedly being discussed between Iran and the US ahead of a deadline set by former US President Donald Trump for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The Iranian government has not commented on the specific details of the proposal or its rejection. However, officials have confirmed that talks are ongoing between the two countries.

Separately, Israel has announced that it has killed an intelligence chief from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC is a powerful military organization within Iran.

Additionally, Iran’s petrochemical industry has been targeted by Israeli forces, with reports suggesting that a major site was hit in the attack.

Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden has expressed hope for a deal between the US and Iran. However, no further details on the status of negotiations have been released.

In other news, Apple is celebrating its 50th anniversary, while OpenAI has announced a new podcast deal.

Source: Google News World