US, Israel, Iran reach peace agreement after hostilities

A peace agreement was reached on June 17 to conclude hostilities between the United States, Israel, and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The conflict initially began in June 2025 and saw an escalation starting February 28, 2026. Throughout the period of confrontation, Iranian civil society reportedly developed significant resistance against the Islamic Republic. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump's public stance evolved; he had previously pledged unwavering support for the Iranian populace and threatened severe retaliation against Tehran for executing protesters. However, these pronouncements reportedly diminished as the conflict progressed. Sources: Le Monde