ceasefire

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It later identified them as aerial defence systems that had been deployed since the start of the ceasefire.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Oil futures pulled back after three straight sessions of gains, with a tentative ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon suggesting possible support for U.S.-Iran talks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

A ceasefire has been in force since 17 April - in name only - as it has been violated repeatedly by both sides.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

"A ceasefire was already a political necessity. Now it's become a health emergency," she told journalists.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The next day, President Johnson declared a Christmas ceasefire in Vietnam, and the bombs stopped dropping.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt