India, April 6 -- The United States, Iran and a group of regional mediators are reportedly in talks over the terms of a possible 45-day ceasefire that could pave the way for ending the war in the West Asia.

Talks are being conducted through mediators from Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey, along with backchannel exchanges between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, Axios reported, citing four sources with knowledge of the diplomatic efforts.

The report further said that the chances of reaching a deal in the next 48 hours are low. However, this is being seen as a "last-ditch" effort to prevent an escalation of the war.

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