US-Iran two-week ceasefire underway; analysts assess durability of fragile agreement
A ceasefire between the United States and Iran began recently, with both nations agreeing to a two-week pause in hostilities. Senior political analyst Mahjoob Zweiri of Al Jazeera examines whether this agreement will hold or collapse under existing tensions. The ceasefire carries major implications for Middle East stability and could reshape US foreign policy in the region. Success or failure will likely influence broader negotiations and regional proxy conflicts involving Israel, Saudi Arabia, and other stakeholders.
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- 4 of 14 major US outlets
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- April 9, 2026 at 6:55 AM PDT
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