Iraq Celebrates US-Iran Ceasefire as Two-Week Halt Begins
The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, sparking celebrations in Baghdad. Iran-backed Iraqi militias said they will halt operations during this period.
People took to the streets in Baghdad to celebrate after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire agreement. The pause in hostilities begins immediately.
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, which includes several Iran-backed militia groups, said Wednesday it will stop all operations in Iraq and across the region for two weeks. These groups have been attacking US forces and interests in the area.
Iraq's government welcomed the ceasefire and expressed hope it will reduce tensions in the Middle East. The Iraqi Foreign Ministry said it supports efforts focused on dialogue between the two powers.
Peace talks between US and Iranian officials are scheduled to begin Friday. Iraq has been caught in the middle as tensions between Washington and Tehran have escalated in recent months.
This temporary pause could prevent wider war in the Middle East. Iraq sits between the US and Iran, so fighting between them puts Iraqi civilians at risk.
First round of US-Iran peace talks scheduled for Friday. Watch whether ceasefire holds for full two weeks.
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