A premature ceasefire risks ‘another round of conflict’ in future

According to a report published on March 29, 2026, a premature ceasefire in the US-Israeli war on Iran could lead to renewed conflict. Abas Aslani, a senior research fellow at the Center for Middle East Strategic Studies, argues that a lack of trust in negotiations is a key factor. Despite calls for de-escalation, the United States is reportedly increasing troop deployments in the region. The analysis suggests that halting the conflict without addressing underlying issues could result in another round of fighting in the future. The report highlights the delicate situation and the potential for further instability in the Middle East.