White House Confirms 45-Day Iran Ceasefire Proposal Under Review, Trump Yet to Approve

Washington: The White House has confirmed that a proposal for a 45-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran is currently under consideration, even as military operations continue and no final approval has been granted by US President Donald Trump.

According to officials, the proposal—put forward through international mediators—is one of several options on the table aimed at de-escalating rising tensions in the region. However, the administration clarified that Trump has not yet signed off on the plan, and ongoing operations under “Operation Epic Fury” remain active.

Last-Ditch Push to Avoid Escalation

The ceasefire plan reportedly reached both Washington and Tehran late Sunday and is being viewed as a last-minute diplomatic effort to avert potential large-scale strikes on Iranian infrastructure, which Trump has previously warned could follow if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.

The proposal is believed to have been routed through key mediators, including Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey, all of whom have been engaged in backchannel diplomacy between the two sides.

It has been shared with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US special envoy Steve Witkoff, with mediators hoping the temporary truce could create space for broader negotiations toward a lasting settlement.

Iran Signals Resistance

Despite the diplomatic push, Iran has signaled reluctance to accept the proposal. Iranian military spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia stated that Tehran is prepared to continue its military campaign as long as deemed necessary by its leadership.

He warned that any conflict would lead to consequences for adversaries, emphasizing Iran’s intent to secure long-term stability on its own terms.

Race Against the Clock

The ceasefire proposal comes amid mounting urgency, as mediators attempt to secure an agreement before Trump’s self-imposed deadline linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

While diplomatic channels remain open, the situation remains fluid, with the coming hours likely to determine whether the region moves toward de-escalation—or deeper conflict.