The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a preliminary agreement on extending their ceasefire arrangement, though the proposed deal is still awaiting final approval from Donald Trump, according to officials familiar with the negotiations.
Sources said negotiators from both sides agreed on the framework of a 60-day extension designed to sustain the fragile truce and create room for broader diplomatic discussions, including talks surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme and regional security concerns.
The proposed memorandum of understanding is expected to include provisions aimed at reducing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important oil shipping routes. Reports indicate that the arrangement could guarantee unrestricted commercial passage through the waterway while opening discussions on sanctions relief and other economic measures.
Despite progress in negotiations, the agreement has not yet been formally endorsed by Trump, whose approval remains crucial to moving the proposal forward. U.S. officials said the White House has not issued a final position on the draft arrangement.
The talks come amid continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran, with both sides recently accusing each other of violating earlier ceasefire understandings. Concerns over renewed military confrontations and instability in the Gulf region have intensified international pressure for a diplomatic resolution.
Analysts say the proposed extension could serve as a temporary mechanism to prevent further escalation while negotiators attempt to address more complex disputes related to Iran’s nuclear activities, sanctions, and maritime security.
The developing negotiations are being closely monitored by global markets and international allies due to the potential impact on oil supply routes, regional stability, and broader geopolitical relations in the Middle East.
While optimism has emerged around the draft agreement, uncertainty remains over whether both governments will fully endorse the proposal
