We are a country at war now, and while we try to restore our lives, we wonder how the Islamic republic will react to the past 12 days, says Tehran-based writer Haleh Anvari

It wasn't immediately possible to reconcile the two messages as a deadline Trump previously set for the ceasefire passed.

This is the moment to stop, look around at the civilians paying the price and say clearly: Enough of the war, everywhere – whether in Gaza, Tehran or Tel Aviv

DUBAI: After 12 days of Israeli airstrikes that echoed in cities around the country, killing hundreds and sending waves of people fleeing their homes, Iranians voiced relief on…

The war has stirred within Iranians a mix of fear, despair and - among some - flickers of hope.

A Trump-brokered ceasefire is in place for now. But what really happened – and did any side emerge stronger?

The analyst Ellie Geranmayeh and voices from inside Iran talk about their experiences of the last 12 days and what it will mean for the future of the regime

We are a country at war now, and while we try to restore our lives, we wonder how the Islamic republic will react to the past 12 days, says Tehran-based writer Haleh Anvari