US, Iran Explore 45-Day Ceasefire Plan as Talks Continue Through Mediators

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:38am on 06 Apr 2026,Monday International

United States and Iran are in talks over a possible 45-day ceasefire to reduce tensions. The proposal is part of a two-step plan to end the war. Talks are being held through Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey. Backchannel contact is ongoing between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi. A report said chances of a deal in the next 48 hours are low. Donald Trump has also extended his deadline by 24 hours. He warned of strikes if no deal is reached. Iran’s speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf called the threats “reckless.” (PC: X)

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