The United States, Iran and regional mediators are intensifying diplomatic efforts toward a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict, with multiple proposals on the table but no agreement yet confirmed by both sides.
According to a Reuters‑cited source, a new framework for ending hostilities has been shared with Washington and Tehran that could lead to an immediate ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as soon as Monday, though Iran has not formally committed.
Separate reporting says the U.S., Iran and several regional intermediaries are discussing a potential 45‑day ceasefire as part of a two‑phase deal aimed at negotiating a permanent end to the war. Reuters has not independently verified the report.
Earlier this week, Tehran rejected a U.S. proposal for a 48‑hour ceasefire, highlighting continued resistance to temporary pauses in fighting.
Despite these setbacks, the proposed hostilities‑ending framework continues to circulate among the parties amid broader diplomatic engagement, and the United Arab Emirates has said any deal must guarantee free passage through the Strait of Hormuz and address regional security issues.
No formal ceasefire has yet been implemented, and negotiations remain fluid. (Newswire)