Report: US, Iran, and Mediators Push for 45-Day Ceasefire

The United States, Iran, and a group of regional mediators are actively discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the ongoing conflict, according to a new report from Axios citing four US, Israeli and regional sources with knowledge of the talks.

The proposed agreement would unfold in two phases, according to the sources familiar with the negotiations. The first phase would establish a temporary 45-day ceasefire period during which all parties would negotiate the terms for a permanent end to the war. If additional time is required to reach a comprehensive agreement, the ceasefire could be extended.

Sources indicate that the second phase would involve a formal agreement on ending the war entirely, potentially marking a significant breakthrough in the long-standing tensions between the United States and Iran.

The development comes as diplomatic efforts intensify in the region, with multiple stakeholders indicating a willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue. The 45-day period is being seen as a pragmatic approach that allows time for complex negotiations while providing immediate humanitarian relief through a ceasefire.

US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in the prospects of reaching an agreement, telling Fox News that "a deal with Iran is possible by Monday." 

The potential ceasefire would mark a significant shift from the current trajectory of tensions between the two nations, and could have broader implications for regional stability. 

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