ceasefire

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“The U.S. and Iran are reportedly in discussions about a second round of face-to-face talks for a longer-term ceasefire and before the two-week ceasefire expires next week on 21 April,” they added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The equity advances extended a rebound enjoyed last week after Washington and Tehran announced a two-week ceasefire in the war, which has sent shockwaves through the world economy since it started on February 28.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

A meeting between ambassadors from both countries, expected to focus on a ceasefire here, is scheduled to take place later on Tuesday in Washington.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Vance's frustration was clear as he addressed the media after the marathon talks that went through the night in Islamabad but failed to produce a deal to turn a two-week ceasefire into lasting peace.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

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

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann