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What exactly is a ceasefire?

You've heard of it during speeches and protests, but what does it actually mean?

What exactly is a ceasefire?
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12/06/2025 17:00 ‧ 1 day ago | StarsInsider

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Ceasefire

Also known as a truce or armistice, "ceasefire" is a term used to mean a temporary stoppage of a war in which each side negotiates an agreement to cease hostilities and take other steps to calm things down. But what exactly is a ceasefire, and how does it really work?

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