The report also said that the mediators are discussing terms for two-phase deal; with the first phase involving a potential 45-day ceasefire during which a permanent end to the war would be negotiated. However, Axios, citing its sources, said that the chances of a deal being reached before the expiry of Trump's deadline was “slim”. Trump vows to unleash ‘Hell’ On Easter Sunday, Trump — both verbally, and through his Truth Social platform — issued dire threats against Iran. Trump's 10-day deadline to Iran — issued earlier — was slated to expire on Monday, prior to the US President's extension of the same till Tuesday, 8 pm ET. While Trump had issued the deadline a couple of weeks ago, the US President extended the same a couple of times, citing ongoing and productive engagements with Iran.

Source: Mint April 06, 2026 15:46 UTC