ceasefire

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Even after a fragile ceasefire took effect on April 8 and Iraq's airspace reopened, little has changed.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Investors have been playing a waiting game since a ceasefire was agreed at the start of April, with just one round of talks taking place that came to nothing.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

The Iranian state-linked agencies said Tehran's latest proposal was in response to a nine-point US plan, which envisaged a two-month ceasefire.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Surely, a ceasefire would be advantageous, if it included sanctions relief?

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Was the ceasefire due to Mexico City smallpox that had been transmitted by the Hopi?

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann