US and Iran agree to extend 60-day ceasefire, Pakistani sources say
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The United States and Iran have agreed to extend the 60-day ceasefire established under the Islamabad Memorandum, according to Pakistani government sources. The truce was set to expire next week, but the two sides informed mediators of their decision to prolong it. The new duration has not yet been finalized.
Extension Details
The 60-day ceasefire, signed on June 17, was due to expire on August 17. The US and Iran notified mediators of their agreement to extend the truce, though the new duration remains undisclosed. "Both sides have communicated their consent to extend the agreement," a source close to the mediation process told Anadolu, adding that they are now exchanging messages to finalize the timeline. No official statements have been issued by Washington or Tehran.
Pakistan's Mediation Role
Pakistan has been acting as a mediator to reduce tensions and facilitate dialogue between the long-time adversaries. As part of those efforts, Pakistan's Interior Minister met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran, TRT Haber reported. The Islamabad Memorandum, which established the ceasefire, aims to resolve disputes through negotiations. The extension signals a continued commitment to the diplomatic track despite deep-seated hostilities.
What's Next
Official announcements from Washington and Tehran are expected in the coming days to clarify the extended ceasefire period and the schedule for future talks. It remains unclear whether the extension will pave the way for broader negotiations on underlying disputes or merely maintain the temporary halt in hostilities.
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US and Iran agree to extend 60-day ceasefire, Pakistani sources say
