U.S.-Iran Conflict: Trump Maintains 'No Hurry' Stance Amid New Maritime Threats

President Donald Trump has adopted a posture of strategic patience regarding the ongoing conflict with Iran, stating he is 'in no hurry' to conclude hostilities and is willing to wait several days for a 'right answer' from Tehran. Despite this pause, the President warned that 'another big hit' remains an option if U.S. demands are not met. Diplomatic efforts appear to be playing a significant role in the current lull, with reports suggesting that Gulf allies urged restraint and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan publicly backed an extension of the current ceasefire. On the ground, Iran remains defiant, with officials vowing not to surrender and warning of retaliatory 'surprises.' Tehran has also opened a new front in the economic confrontation by targeting digital infrastructure. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly demanded 'protection fees' from foreign subsea cable operators in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the region's digital economy beyond traditional oil shipping. The maritime situation continues to severely impact global markets. Since the U.S.-Israeli strikes on February 28, the Strait of Hormuz has remained largely closed to international traffic, driving up energy prices and fueling global inflation. While Iran's nuclear program remains a high-priority concern for world powers, no specific technical breakthroughs or new enrichment milestones were confirmed in the last 24 hours.