US, Iran reach draft of 60-day ceasefire

The United States and Iran are reported to have agreed on a draft extension of the ceasefire for 60 days while opening negotiations to end the war permanently. The initial agreement also includes easing restrictions on shipping and vessel traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, lifting the blockade on Iranian ports, and partly removing sanctions on Iranian oil sales. However, US President Donald Trump is said not to have approved the draft. The Tasnim news agency reported that the text of the agreement has also not been finalized or confirmed. US Vice President JD Vance said the two sides had not reached a final agreement, but the process was very close. The war is said to have lasted since 28 Februari, while Iran's nuclear program remains one of the main issues in the talks.