Iran-US War To End Soon? 45-day Ceasefire Proposal Pushed By Mediators

A draft 45-day ceasefire proposal for the Strait of Hormuz is under consideration by Iran and the United States, with mediators from Egypt, Pakistan and Turkey seeking to reopen shipping and establish a longer-term halt to hostilities.

A draft plan for a 45-day ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has been sent to Iran and the United States, amid rising tensions after the killing of a senior Revolutionary Guard intelligence chief.

Ceasefire proposal and Strait of Hormuz reopening

The Egyptian, Pakistani and Turkish mediators prepared the proposal to halt the war and restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, two Mideast officials told The Associated Press. Both governments have so far given no reply to the proposal.

They said the 45-day period is meant to allow intensive negotiations between Iran and the US, with the aim of turning the temporary halt into a permanent ceasefire.

Ceasefire talks, Strait of Hormuz access and key conditions

The document was sent late Sunday night to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff, according to the officials. They spoke on condition of anonymity because the contacts are private. The officials also said it is still uncertain whether either side will accept the suggested framework.

Iran has repeatedly said the war will continue unless there is financial compensation and a clear assurance that Iran will not face future attacks. During this week, US President Donald Trump has warned that the US could bomb Iranian bridges and power stations, adding pressure on already strained relations between the two countries.

Meanwhile, a senior Iranian official has dismissed the possibility of reopening the Strait of Hormuz for a short-term ceasefire, telling Reuters on Monday that the country will not accept a "temporary" arrangement, according to a report in Reuters.

The unnamed official hit out at Washington, claiming the Biden administration "lacks the readiness" to commit to a permanent end to hostilities. Despite the rhetorical deadlock, Tehran confirmed it is currently "reviewing" a formal ceasefire proposal brokered by Pakistan.

Infrastructure Under Fire: "Bridge Day" and "Power Plant Day"

The diplomatic standoff was overshadowed by a series of incendiary social media posts from President Donald Trump, who issued a profanity-laden ultimatum to Iranian leadership. Demanding the immediate reopening of the Strait, the President warned that the Islamic Republic would soon be "living in Hell."

In what appears to be a targeted countdown of military objectives, the President designated Monday as "Bridge Day," implying that US and Israeli forces have prioritised Iranian transport links for imminent strikes.

On the other hand, Iranian state media said the head of intelligence for Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard Majid Khademi died on Monday in an attack aimed at that official. The Guard blamed the attack on the United States and Israel, deepening mistrust as mediation efforts continue.

Who as Majid Khademi?

Majid Khademi is a Brigadier General in Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). He currently heads the IRGC's Intelligence Organization, a key role in military intelligence.

Khademi was appointed to lead the IRGC Intelligence Organization on June 19, 2025, replacing Mohammad Kazemi, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the Twelve-Day War on June 15, 2025. He had previously served as head of the IRGC's Intelligence Protection Organization since 2022 and earlier led a similar unit under the Ministry of Defense until that year.

Before these roles, Khademi was considered a potential successor to IRGC intelligence leaders as early as 2014. He holds PhDs in National Security and Strategic Defense Sciences, bolstering his expertise in Iran's security apparatus. Recent statements from him emphasize Iran's readiness to counter threats without initiating conflicts.