politics
April 7, 2026
Middle East mediators are reportedly pushing for a 45-day truce to end the US-Israeli war with Iran
The US, Iran, and several regional mediators are reportedly discussing a potential 45-day truce as Donald Trump’s deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz expires on Tuesday
TL;DR
- US, Iran, and regional mediators are discussing a potential 45-day ceasefire.
- The deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz has been extended to Tuesday.
- Trump has threatened to strike Iranian civilian infrastructure if shipping is not restored.
- Communication is happening through Pakistani, Egyptian, and Turkish mediators, as well as envoys.
- A two-phase arrangement is being discussed, starting with a pause in fighting to allow for permanent settlement negotiations.
- Iran has denied negotiating with the US and rejected claims that it is seeking a ceasefire.
- Iran accuses the US of sabotaging earlier Omani-mediated talks.
- Iranian officials stated they will hold talks on their own terms.
- The chances of reaching an agreement before the deadline are described as slim.
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