US and Iran close to extending ceasefire by 60 days, say mediators, FT reports

Mediators ​believe ​they are ‌nearing agreement to ​extend a U.S. ceasefire with ‌Iran by 60 days and set a framework for talks ‌on Tehran’s nuclear programme, ‌the Financial Times reported on Saturday, citing people briefed on the talks.

The ⁠deal ​would ⁠include a gradual reopening of the ⁠Strait of Hormuz, discussions on ​diluting or transferring Iran’s stockpile of ⁠enriched uranium, and steps by ⁠Washington ​to ease its blockade of Iranian ports and ⁠sanctions relief, the report added.

Reuters could ⁠not ⁠immediately verify the report.