Mediators are reportedly close to securing an extension of the ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran, aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East. According to a report published by Israeli media outlet Haaretz on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Washington and Tehran have reached a 'policy-level understanding' to prolong the truce before its current term expires next week.

The existing two-week ceasefire is set to end on April 22. Diplomatic efforts are intensifying to preserve the agreement and restart direct talks that collapsed late last week. Mediators are working to resolve three key outstanding issues: Iran’s nuclear program, control over the Strait of Hormuz, and compensation for war-related damages. Officials familiar with the discussions shared these details on condition of anonymity.

The report indicates that while progress has been made, the exact timing of a second round of direct US-Iran talks remains uncertain, leaving the future of the ceasefire dependent on continued diplomatic momentum.