ISLAMABAD: The United States and Iran have reportedly agreed to extend their existing 60-day ceasefire, according to a Turkish news agency citing Pakistani government sources.
The Turkish news agency reported that both sides had informed mediators of their agreement in principle to extend the ceasefire.
According to the report, Washington and Tehran are currently exchanging messages to determine the length of the extension.
The development comes as the current 60-day ceasefire is scheduled to expire on August 17.
The reported agreement could represent an important development in efforts to prevent renewed military escalation between the United States and Iran and maintain stability in the region.
The two sides are reportedly using intermediaries to communicate regarding the extension and are working to finalize the duration of the new ceasefire period.
Although the reported agreement is being presented as a positive development, further details regarding the terms and duration of the extension have yet to emerge.
Regional and international observers are closely monitoring the situation because any renewed confrontation between Washington and Tehran could have wider consequences for security, trade and energy markets across the Middle East.
The reported extension would provide additional time for diplomatic efforts and negotiations aimed at addressing outstanding differences between the two countries.
According to the Turkish report, the mediators have already been informed of the two sides’ willingness to extend the ceasefire, while discussions over the precise duration remain underway.
The current ceasefire is expected to expire on August 17, making the coming days particularly important for determining whether the arrangement will be formally extended.
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