Gulf, Arab nations react to Iran-US ceasefire announcement

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Iran and the United States agreed to a two-week ceasefire and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, marking day 40 of conflict. Peace talks begin Friday in Pakistan. Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Iraq, Egypt, and Turkey welcomed the announcement. The truce suspends attacks and allows 20 percent of global oil to flow through the critical waterway. Israel supports the ceasefire but excludes Lebanon.

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