ceasefire

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Many other residents have returned since a ceasefire was first declared in mid-April, but the aftershocks are still being felt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Cordone said the implementation of the ceasefire agreement between the government and the SDF was moving forward, with four SDF brigades integrated into government forces receiving state salaries and 1,300 SDF-affiliated detainees released.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Tehran responded with salvos of missiles and drones during the 12-day war, which also saw brief US involvement before a US-announced ceasefire halted the fighting.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

At the time of 54-year-old Mr Kerr's death the IRA was on ceasefire.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

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

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann