How Iran has changed from the start of the war until the ceasefire

Published April 8, 2026 4:48pm ET



The United States and Iran have agreed to a very tenuous ceasefire that appears to be holding less than 24 hours after its implementation, though hurdles have already emerged.

Vice President JD Vance characterized the deal as a “fragile truce” on Wednesday, and within the first day, it has already been tested.

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