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Conflict Diplomacy 7 Jul 2025 Conflict Diplomacy7 min

The Unfolding Cyrus Accords: Navigating Iran’s Nuclear Programme and Regional Repercussions

Assessing the Evolving Dynamics of De-escalation between Israel and Iran Executive Summary The Cyrus Accords, an evolving understanding between Israel and Iran, represent a significant departure from decades of adversarial relations. Born from a mutual assessment of unsustainable escalation and a perceived waning of external constraints, the agreements – largely conducted through Omani mediation and […]

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Cyrus Accords 30 Jun 2025 The Cyrus Vision7 min

The Cyrus Accords: A Preliminary Assessment of Iran-Israel Détente

Towards a New Regional Security Architecture? Executive Summary The recently established Cyrus Accords represent a significant, albeit fragile, shift in the complex relationship between Israel and Iran. Initiated by a vision of reconciliation championed by Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran’s son, the Accords aim to build trust and de-escalate tensions through a multi-tiered […]

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Breaking News 24 Jun 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Ceasefire Declared Between Israel and Iran Following Escalating Conflict

Breaking News: A US-brokered ceasefire has ended twelve days of escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran. A ceasefire between Israel and Iran came into effect today, bringing to an end twelve days of heightened tensions and direct exchanges of fire. The agreement follows intensive diplomatic efforts, reportedly brokered by the United States, to de-escalate the […]

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Breaking News 24 Jun 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Israel and Iran Ceasefire Brings End to Twelve-Day Conflict

Breaking News: A US-brokered ceasefire has halted hostilities between Israel and Iran after twelve days of escalating tensions. Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, ending a twelve-day period of direct conflict. The agreement, brokered by the United States, comes after days of reciprocal attacks following Iran’s launch of hundreds of drones and missiles […]

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Breaking News 24 Jun 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Israel and Iran Ceasefire Declared After Twelve Days of Escalation

Breaking News: A ceasefire between Israel and Iran has come into effect following twelve days of escalating conflict, brokered via international intermediaries. A ceasefire between Israel and Iran commenced today, bringing an end to twelve days of heightened tensions and direct exchanges. The agreement follows a period of escalating hostilities initiated by Iran’s weekend attack […]

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Breaking News 24 Jun 2025 Peace & Diplomacy2 min

Ceasefire Declared: Israel and Iran Halt Twelve-Day Conflict

Breaking News: A US-brokered ceasefire brings an end to escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran after twelve days of attacks and counter-attacks. Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, ending a twelve-day period of heightened conflict. The agreement, brokered by the United States, halts retaliatory strikes between the two nations following Iran’s unprecedented aerial […]

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Abraham Accords 23 Jun 2025 6 min

Twelve-Day War Truce: Accords Realigned Amidst Shifting Regional Dynamics

Abraham Accords: A Fragile Framework Under Renewed Pressure The Abraham Accords, brokered by the US in 2020, represent a series of normalisation agreements between Israel and several Arab nations – initially the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco and Sudan. The core aim was to reshape regional alliances, ostensibly fostering stability and economic cooperation while side-lining the decades-long […]

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Abraham Accords 23 Jun 2025 5 min

Twelve-Day War’s End: Accords Realigned as US Brokers Israel-Iran Truce

Abraham Accords: A fragile framework tested by regional conflict and shifting power dynamics. The Abraham Accords, brokered in 2020, represent a landmark shift in Middle Eastern relations. Initiated under the Trump administration, the agreements normalised relations between Israel and several Arab nations – initially the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, later Morocco and Sudan. The […]

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