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In Iran, an Uneasy Calm Amid a Cease-Fire

The Journal.

The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios

April 9, 2026

Show Notes

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After nearly six weeks of war in Iran, a fragile cease-fire is holding for now. But for people on the ground, the uncertaintyis far from over. Jessica Mendoza speaks with a Tehran resident living through the strangeness of war and WSJ’s Jared Malsin unpacks the sticking points for achieving long-term peace.

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- Willthe U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire Hold?

- IsraelWants "Decisive Victory" in Iran. Is It Succeeding?

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