US and Iran Agree to Ceasefire After 40 Days of Attacks
After 40 days of escalating tensions, the US and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire just before the deadline for further conflict. Explore the details of this breaking development.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, just an hour before President Trump's deadline to escalate the conflict expired. This marks a significant de-escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two nations, which have been building for over a month.
The ceasefire agreement came after weeks of back-and-forth attacks, including airstrikes, missile launches, and covert operations. Both sides have suffered casualties, with the US losing several high-profile military personnel and Iran experiencing damage to key infrastructure and the deaths of top commanders.
In a statement, the White House said the temporary truce would allow for
Source: Al Jazeera
