ceasefire

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The period covers most of the stock market’s resurgence off its Mar. 30 trough, as investors welcomed a ceasefire in the Iran war, renewed bets on AI trades, and welcomed an upbeat corporate earnings season.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

Since the ceasefire took hold on April 8, Tehran and Washington have held a single round of talks, which failed to culminate in a deal.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

The two sides have held only a single round of talks in Pakistan despite a fragile ceasefire in April.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

A ceasefire meant to facilitate talks has been in place since 8 April, and has largely been observed despite occasional exchanges of fire.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Mom, Charlie, and Zooey were still talking in the kitchen; at least they seemed to have agreed upon a temporary ceasefire, probably thanks to Zooey, who’s far more level-headed than either my mom or brother.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson