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Common DreamsApr 8, 2026Opinion

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

President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran following intense international criticism of his threats to destroy Iranian civilization.

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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