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Iran, Israel, and the U.S. strike a 'fragile' 2-week ceasefire. Here's what to know

How Pakistan managed to get the US and Iran to a ceasefire

A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran was agreed upon, facilitated by Pakistan's mediation efforts.

Gulf, Arab nations react to Iran-US ceasefire announcement

Countries in the region welcome a two-week ceasefire and urge negotiations for a permanent end to the ongoing war.

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Iran ceasefire: Not an off-ramp for the US but a life-saving ejection seat

A Middle Eastern country has historically challenged US and Israeli military power, revealing new global and regional dynamics.

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World politics

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Israel, not Iran, is the most aggressive country in the Middle East, according to John Mearsheimer.

Iran ceasefire: Not an off-ramp for the US but a life-saving ejection seat

A Middle Eastern country has historically challenged US and Israeli military power, revealing new global and regional dynamics.

6 days ago

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Israel, not Iran, is the most aggressive country in the Middle East, according to John Mearsheimer.

Scientists reveal terrifying global aftermath of nuclear war

Nuclear war poses catastrophic long-term consequences for human health and the environment, far exceeding the immediate destruction.

France politics

Trump says Lebanon not included in US-Iran ceasefire amid Israeli assault

The US president claims the war in Lebanon is separate from the regional ceasefire, contradicting Pakistan's mediation efforts.

France politics

A step back from the brink': European leaders welcome US-Iran ceasefire

European leaders support the US-Iran ceasefire and call for a permanent end to hostilities, including in Lebanon.

Gulf states rethink security in light of US-Israel war on Iran

Gulf nations seek new security partnerships to counter Iran's influence and ensure trade flow through the Strait of Hormuz.

Six months into ceasefire', Gaza suffers under persistent Israeli attacks

Gaza faces unprecedented devastation with over 72,000 killed and 172,000 injured amid ongoing Israeli violations of a US-brokered ceasefire.

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World politics

The war on Iran: Nobody won, everyone paid

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Halt in strikes appears to hold after Trump, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

The war on Iran: Nobody won, everyone paid

The US-Israeli campaign failed, leading to a ceasefire and a diplomatic roadmap involving Iran's peace proposal.

Halt in strikes appears to hold after Trump, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

A two-week halt in U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran was established after Trump suspended plans for strikes, contingent on Iran's agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

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'Not The Agreement We Have' -- Trump Warns Iran On Hormuz As Key Talks Loom

Trump criticized Iran's plans for the Strait of Hormuz, calling them dishonorable and threatening global shipping and energy prices.

fromThe Atlantic

When a Madman Attempts a Madman Strategy

The madman theory of foreign policy is a strategy used by leaders in losing positions to create an illusion of unpredictability.

We'd all be in the destruction zone!' Can anything stop today's nuclear free-for-all?

Nuclear weapons pose an increasing global threat, with modernization efforts overshadowing disarmament discussions amid rising geopolitical tensions.

fromwww.dw.com

What's next after the US-Iran ceasefire?

Islamabad successfully mediated a two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, promoting dialogue and de-escalation in a tense situation.

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Three Things To Watch As The US-Iran Cease-Fire Takes Hold

The US and Iran have agreed to a fragile two-week cease-fire, with implications for the Strait of Hormuz and global oil markets.

fromIntelligencer

Chaos and Confusion After Cease-fire Begins: Live Updates

A two-week cease-fire between the U.S., Iran, and Israel follows 38 days of war, but significant issues remain unresolved.

Three Things To Watch As The US-Iran Cease-Fire Takes Hold

The US and Iran have agreed to a fragile two-week cease-fire, with implications for the Strait of Hormuz and global oil markets.

fromIntelligencer

Chaos and Confusion After Cease-fire Begins: Live Updates

A two-week cease-fire between the U.S., Iran, and Israel follows 38 days of war, but significant issues remain unresolved.

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6 days ago

Readers reply: Has a call for restraint from an authority figure ever put a stop to war?

Mediation and calls for restraint can sometimes lead to the de-escalation of conflicts, though outcomes vary significantly.

5 days ago

Hamas armed wing says disarmament demands not acceptable

Disarmament demands from Hamas are viewed as an attempt to perpetuate genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

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US denies nuclear plan as deadline on threat to Iran civilisation' looms

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Donald Trump says he has agreed two-week ceasefire with Iran

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Iran talks show glimmer of progress as Trump deadline looms

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Trump warns 'a whole civilization will die' if Iran doesn't make a deal

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Trump Is Just Openly Threatening War Crimes

5 days ago

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Iran mediators make last-ditch push for 45-day ceasefire

US denies nuclear plan as deadline on threat to Iran civilisation' looms

Trump's nuclear threats against Iran have raised significant concerns, despite White House denials of any plans to use nuclear weapons.

Donald Trump says he has agreed two-week ceasefire with Iran

Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in Iran, contingent on Iran's agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran talks show glimmer of progress as Trump deadline looms

Trump threatened Iran with destruction of infrastructure if they do not comply with demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump warns 'a whole civilization will die' if Iran doesn't make a deal

Trump issued a grave warning to Iran, threatening destruction if they do not comply with demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump Is Just Openly Threatening War Crimes

Trump's recent social media posts raise concerns about potential unlawful military actions and the complicity of government officials in his decisions.

5 days ago

Iran mediators make last-ditch push for 45-day ceasefire

Trump extended the deadline for negotiations with Iran by 20 hours, emphasizing the urgency of reaching a deal.

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UK politics

1 month ago

Spending even more on defence won't buy us peace | Letters

MoD procurement failures, waste, and lack of accountability must be fixed before substantially increasing defence spending.

History

fromemptywheel

Voiding International Agreements Can Have Awkward Consequences - emptywheel

The United States purchased the Danish West Indies in 1917 for $25 million; Denmark obtained tacit U.S. assent to extend interests in Greenland.

fromPsychology Today

2 weeks ago

Why Do We Assume There Are No Alternatives to War?

Assumptions about the absence of alternatives to war are incorrect; numerous viable options exist that are often overlooked.

Middle East ceasefire in serious doubt as Israel assaults Lebanon and Iran blocks oil tankers

The ceasefire in the Iran conflict is uncertain as both sides present conflicting accounts, leading to intensified military actions and halted oil tanker passage.

US politics

fromThe Nation

The End of Arms Control?

The expiration of New START ends decades of US–Russia nuclear arms control, removing bilateral constraints and increasing global nuclear risk.

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US politics

The Real Reason Trump Wants to Rip Up Our Nuclear Weapons Treaty With Russia

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For the first time in decades, the U.S. and Russia have no limits on nuclear weapons

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US politics

Trump says new nuclear treaty needed to replace New START

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Russia says it will stick to limits of expired nuclear treaty if US does

World politics

Trump rejects call from Russia's Putin to extend cap on nuclear deployments

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Washington Seeks New Path On Nuclear Arms As Last Cold War Treaty With Russia Expires

US politics

The Real Reason Trump Wants to Rip Up Our Nuclear Weapons Treaty With Russia

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For the first time in decades, the U.S. and Russia have no limits on nuclear weapons

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US politics

Trump says new nuclear treaty needed to replace New START

1 month ago

World politics

Russia says it will stick to limits of expired nuclear treaty if US does

World politics

Trump rejects call from Russia's Putin to extend cap on nuclear deployments

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Washington Seeks New Path On Nuclear Arms As Last Cold War Treaty With Russia Expires

After New START: America Weighs a New Nuclear Strategy

The United States will complete nuclear modernization, retain ~1,900 non‑deployed warheads, and pursue new arms-control approaches including seeking China and Russia in future treaties.

US politics

fromThe Nation

Donald Trump's Nuclear Delusions

Resuming nuclear testing would trigger an international arms-testing cascade while offering no benefit to the United States, which already sustains its arsenal nonexplosively.

fromThe Cipher Brief

1 week ago

How Close the Iran War Came to a Nuclear Disaster

Escalating military actions between Iran and Israel pose significant nuclear safety risks to the Middle East and beyond.

fromThe Nation

Speaking Out on the Insanity of Nuclear Weapons

Eliminating or nearly eliminating nuclear weapons is urgently necessary and current government leaders must act promptly to prevent a renewed nuclear arms race.

The risk of nuclear war is rising again. We need a new movement for global peace | David Cortright

The global nuclear-weapon risk is rising and requires a renewed worldwide peace movement to prevent catastrophic escalation.

U.S. accuses China of secretive nuclear test as arms-control agreements lapse

The United States' top nuclear arms official on Friday accused China of carrying out an undisclosed nuclear detonation in 2020, arguing that recent secretive underground tests by China and Russia have given Washington reason to conduct "parallel steps" as a decades-long moratorium on nuclear testing among major powers is unraveling.

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No evidence to support US claim China conducted nuclear blast test: Monitor

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US accuses China of breaking rules on nuclear weapons by hiding explosions and preparing for more testing

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No evidence to support US claim China conducted nuclear blast test: Monitor

fromBusiness Insider