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US and Iran agree to 'stand down' after recent strikes

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Posted Jun 29, 2026, 08:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-29-0830
US and Iran agree to 'stand down' after recent strikes

The US and Iran have reportedly agreed to "stand down" after recent military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz. A US official confirmed the development, following mutual accusations of ceasefire violations.

The United States and Iran have reportedly reached an agreement to "stand down" following a series of military exchanges over recent days. A US official, cited by media reports including BBC's US partner CBS News, confirmed the development. The agreement comes after both nations accused each other of violating a ceasefire, which followed multiple attacks in and around the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This understanding is expected to allow for the resumption of vessel movement through the critical waterway, which had been impacted by the escalating tensions.

Sources: BBC News

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