Will Iran–US Ceasefire Hold? Lebanon Issue Threatens Fragile Peace| Hormuz Fate Unknown

A ceasefire is in place between the United States, Iran, and Israel- but is it really peace, or just a tactical pause? Despite a two-week truce, deep fault lines remain unresolved- from Iran’s nuclear programme and missile capabilities to sanctions and control over the Strait of Hormuz. Confusion over the ceasefire’s scope, continued strikes in Lebanon, and sharp rhetoric from Washington have already exposed cracks in the agreement. With oil markets fluctuating and diplomatic talks still underway in Islamabad, the situation remains volatile. Is this the beginning of a breakthrough- or a prelude to renewed escalation? In this report, Oneindia’s Pankaj Mishra breaks down what’s really holding the ceasefire together- and what could cause it to collapse.