Iran and US presented with draft proposal that includes 45-day ceasefire, Strait of Hormuz opening, two officials tell AP

The proposed 45-day ceasefire between Iran and the US, along with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, could lead to a significant de-escalation in regional tensions.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 6 Apr 2026, 07:51 UTCOn the live feed at 07:31 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Iran and US presented with draft proposal that includes 45-day ceasefire, Strait of Hormuz opening, two officials tell AP

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If implemented, this would likely stabilize oil prices, with WTI potentially experiencing a pullback from recent highs as fears of supply disruptions ease. Traders should watch for market reactions in energy assets and risk sentiment as the situation develops.

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