Islamabad-brokered US-Iran ceasefire text finalized as talks press toward signing

Officials say the United States and Iran are close to finalizing a ceasefire extension, with Pakistan announcing that the agreed text has been reached. The plan would extend the truce for about 60 days, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and move toward dismantling nuclear material in Iran in exchange for sanctions relief and access to frozen assets, though many details remain to be negotiated during a subsequent 60-day period. Iran seeks security guarantees and retains leverage on Hormuz, while Qatar has stepped up mediation as the signing venue and timing remain undecided.