The US and Iran are discussing a 45-day truce issue — Axios
If an agreement is not reached, strikes may be carried out on Iran's civilian facilities.
The US, Iran, and a number of regional mediators are continuing negotiations on a 45-day ceasefire aimed at stopping the war. Axios reported this based on sources.
According to sources, the likelihood of reaching an agreement in the coming hours is assessed as low. However, these negotiations are seen as a "last attempt" to prevent a further escalation of the war.
In this situation, a two-stage possible attack scenario is being considered. That is, if the negotiations fail, widespread strikes on civilian infrastructure in Iranian territory could be carried out first. In response, there is a possibility that Iran could launch attacks on energy and water supply facilities in the Gulf states.
It is reported that the 10-day deadline given to Iran by US President Donald Trump has been extended again as it nears its end. On Sunday, he extended the deadline by an additional 20 hours, until Tuesday evening. Trump also stated that the US is engaged in "deep negotiations" with Iran, emphasizing the possibility of reaching an agreement before this deadline expires.
At the same time, he did not rule out the possibility of striking infrastructure important to Iran if an agreement is not reached. Sources also indicated that a plan for possible widespread strikes by the US and Israel against Iranian energy facilities is ready.
Currently, negotiations are being conducted through the mediation of Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey, as well as through dialogue between US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. US officials have announced that several proposals have been presented to Tehran in recent days, but so far they have not been accepted.
Sources note that a two-stage agreement is being discussed in the negotiations. The first stage involves implementing the aforementioned 45-day ceasefire, during which an agreement to completely end the war is to be developed. The second stage envisions the formal termination of the war. The possibility of extending the ceasefire period if necessary is also being considered.
