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Common DreamsApr 8, 2026Opinion

US, Israel, and Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire Hours After Trump's Genocidal Threat

Senator Chris Murphy expressed skepticism over the ceasefire, questioning President Trump's honesty and the strategic implications of the deal.

US, Israel, and Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire Hours After Trump's Genocidal Threat
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President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran and Israel following international backlash over his 'genocidal' rhetoric and a conflict that began in February 2026. Critics characterize the deal as a strategic defeat that grants Iran control over the Strait of Hormuz.

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Christopher MurphyD-Connecticut
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