Negotiators from the United States and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire in their ongoing conflict by two months and initiate new talks concerning Iran’s nuclear activities. A US official familiar with the discussions confirmed the development, but Iran has yet to provide an official response.
The deal aims to maintain relative calm after three months of hostilities and opens a path for diplomatic engagement on nuclear issues. However, uncertainty surrounds whether the agreement will receive approval from the US administration’s highest levels, with Vice President JD Vance acknowledging the tentative nature of the arrangement and noting that presidential consent is still pending.
In parallel developments, former Attorney General Pam Bondi is expected to testify behind closed doors before House lawmakers investigating the handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related case files. Bondi’s testimony is anticipated to shed light on controversies regarding the Justice Department’s release of documents tied to Epstein’s criminal cases, and her stance on transparency will be closely watched.
Meanwhile, a US federal judge declined to block an executive order issued by President Trump that limits mail-in voting and establishes a federal voter list. The ruling allows the administration to pursue changes to election procedures ahead of the midterm elections, although implementation has yet to proceed. The judge’s decision leaves room for future legal challenges as the new rules begin to take effect.