US-Iran Ceasefire Takes Effect After Two-Week War Halt

April 8, 2026 • Al Jazeera

US-Iran Ceasefire Takes Effect After Two-Week War Halt

Ceasefire Announced Between Iran and US, Celebrations Erupt in Baghdad

A two-week ceasefire has been announced between Iran and the United States, prompting celebrations in Iraq’s capital, Baghdad. The agreement brings an end to a period of escalating tensions between the two countries.

According to reports, the ceasefire is expected to reduce violence in the region, particularly in areas where pro-Iran armed groups and US forces have clashed with each other. Iraq had been drawn into the conflict as a result of these clashes.

The announcement of the ceasefire has led to widespread celebrations in Baghdad, with Iraqi citizens expressing relief and optimism about the potential for increased stability in the region.

Details of the ceasefire agreement are not yet available, but officials from both countries have confirmed that it will be in place for at least two weeks. The exact terms of the agreement remain unclear, but its implementation is expected to be closely monitored by regional authorities and international organizations.

As a result of the ceasefire, Iraq’s government has issued a statement expressing gratitude for the agreement and calling on all parties involved to respect the fragile peace. The announcement of the ceasefire marks an important development in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US, and its impact will be closely watched in the coming days and weeks.

Source: Al Jazeera