

A potential ceasefire framework is reportedly taking shape in the Middle East: • Immediate ceasefire across all fronts • All parties agree not to target infrastructure • Freedom of navigation through the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz guaranteed under a joint monitoring mechanism • Sanctions gradually lifted if Iran complies with the deal • Negotiations on remaining issues to begin within 7 days • Iran’s President Pezeshkian reportedly leading efforts to keep the IRGC from overstepping on political and diplomatic decision-making













