War & humanitarian law
Ceasefire
A formal agreement between parties to an armed conflict to halt military operations and fighting,either temporarily or permanently.
Why it matters
A ceasefire is the essential prerequisite to stopping civilian casualties, securing hostage and prisoner releases, and enabling humanitarian relief.
Key context
International bodies consistently distinguish between short humanitarian pauses and durable, permanent ceasefires backed by international monitoring and diplomatic frameworks.
Sources
United Nations Security Council - Resolution 2735 (2024)
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