Pakistan, April 29 -- US President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iran, claiming the country is in a "state of collapse" as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue to rise amid stalled peace talks.

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In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Iran had reportedly informed Washington that it urgently wanted the reopening of the strategic waterway, which has been disrupted since the start of the ongoing conflict. He suggested the request reflected internal instability within Tehran's leadership.

The Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route, has remained partially restricted, contributing to volatility in oil markets and increasing global economic pressure.

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