April 5 (Reuters) - The U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, Axios reported on Sunday,
US, Iran Discuss 45-Day Ceasefire With Mediators to End War: Axios
Ceasefire Negotiations and Potential End to War
Overview of Ongoing Discussions
April 5 (Reuters) - The U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, Axios reported on Sunday, citing four U.S., Israeli and regional sources with knowledge of the talks.
Verification and Official Responses
Reuters could not immediately verify the report. The White House and the U.S. State Department did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment.
Details of the Proposed Two-Phased Deal
Phase One: 45-Day Ceasefire
The mediators are discussing the terms of a two-phased deal, the report said, adding that the first phase would be a potential 45-day ceasefire during which a permanent end to the war would be negotiated.
Phase Two: Permanent End to the War
The second phase would be an agreement on ending the war, the report said.
Possibility of Extension
The ceasefire could be extended if additional time was required for talks, the report said.
Statements from U.S. Leadership
U.S. President Donald Trump told the Wall Street Journal on Sunday his deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on critical infrastructure is Tuesday evening.
(Reporting by Gnaneshwar Rajan in Bengaluru; Editing by Christian Schmollinger)
