With U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiring in a week, diplomats lay groundwork for new talks

PBS NewsHour
by Liz Landers
April 15, 2026
3 min read

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Diplomats are preparing for new U.S.-Iran talks as a ceasefire approaches its expiration next week.

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The outcome of these talks will determine if U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, potentially impacting global stability and energy markets.

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International mediators are working to establish new peace talks between the United States and Iran as a fragile ceasefire approaches its expiration next week. These efforts aim to extend the current ceasefire and address significant disagreements between the two nations. The discussions are crucial because the U.S. and Iran remain deeply divided on key issues, including the future of Iran's nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports that while groundwork is being laid, no agreements are finalized. The outcome will determine whether the temporary cessation of hostilities can be maintained or if tensions will escalate.

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International mediators are working to establish new peace talks between the United States and Iran.

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