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Tit-for-tat attacks in the Gulf region between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend, which threatened nascent peace talks, were halted late Sunday so talks based on the June 17 peace agreement could continue.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Tehran committed to make its best efforts to reopen the strait after its attacks during the war halted traffic through the strategic oil export route.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

In Italy, Florence's Uffizi museum has halted ticket sales until 28 June, and only those with a previous booking will be allowed in.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

Trading was halted on Thursday shortly after 9:50 a.m.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

They crossed one deep valley, then another, before Gurgi halted on a ridge.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander