US, Iran and mediators make push for 45-day ceasefire: report

The US, 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 has reported, citing four US, Israeli and regional sources with knowledge of the talks.

Reuters could not immediately verify the report. The White House and the US State Department did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment.

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.

The second phase would be an agreement on ending the war, the report said.

The ceasefire could be extended if additional time was required for talks, the report said.

US 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, was Tuesday evening.