Despite continued fighting, U.S. says deal to end Iran war is progressing

NPR | By Jane Arraf,

A Martínez

Published May 29, 2026 at 6:51 AM EDT

The ceasefire with Iran is under strain. In Lebanon and Gaza, the truce deals exist only on paper.

Jane Arraf

A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.

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