The United States and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to extend a cease-fire for 60 days [1].
This deal aims to halt fighting after three months of war [4] and stabilize one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints. By reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping, the agreement seeks to prevent further global economic disruption, while creating a diplomatic window to discuss Iran's nuclear program.
According to a U.S. State Department spokesperson, the agreement is currently pending final approval from President Trump [2]. The deal would pause hostilities and allow for a broader negotiation toward a lasting peace settlement [1].
Vice President JD Vance said negotiators are close to a deal that would extend the cease-fire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz [3]. The move comes as both nations seek a way to de-escalate the conflict without conceding primary security objectives.
Barak Ravid said via Axios that under the proposed deal, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would be allowed while the cease-fire is extended for 60 days [2]. The duration of the pause is intended to provide enough time for nuclear-program talks to resume.
While some reports indicate a tentative deal has been reached [1], other sources suggest that negotiators are still close to a final agreement but have not yet completed the process [2]. The final outcome depends on the executive sign-off from the White House.
“"We have reached a tentative agreement to extend the cease‑fire by 60 days, pending the President’s final approval."”
The tentative agreement represents a strategic pivot toward de-escalation after three months of active conflict. By linking the 60-day cease-fire to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. prioritizes global energy security and maritime trade. However, the deal's fragility is highlighted by its dependence on a single executive sign-off and the unresolved nature of Iran's nuclear program, which remains the primary long-term friction point.
