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• Pakistan brokered a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran starting
• Around April 7–8, 2026
• Mediators: The truce was facilitated by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military chief Asim Munir, with involvement from Egypt and Türkiye.
• Terms: Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause attacks, while the US suspended planned strikes.

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Operation Project Freedom is a United States military operation launched in response to Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

It was launched on 4 May 2026 and was Planned by US Central Command

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• Cyclone Biparjoy formed in the Arabian Sea
• First noted by the India Meteorological Department on 6 June
• Formed: 6 June 2023 
• Dissipated: 19 June 2023
• Highest winds: 165 km/h (105 mph)
• Damage: $148 million (2023 USD)

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Last updated by NS on 01 MAY 2026

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• As of early 2026, the best answer based on the choices provided is No country officially.
• As of July 2025, the Russian Federation is the first and only country to recognize the Taliban government formally

Last updated by NA on 28April 2026

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