TORONTO – A ceasefire has been declared between the United States and Iran following nearly 40 days of conflict, CBC News reported Thursday. However, the truce is already facing challenges, with several Gulf states reporting attacks by Iran and allied groups.

According to the broadcast, Kuwait reported 30 drone attacks targeting power stations, oil facilities, and water desalination plants. Attacks were also reported in Oman and Saudi Arabia, and the UAE reported missile interceptions.

The U.S. Secretary of War claimed a military triumph, echoing President Trump’s assertion of a complete U.S. victory. However, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council issued a statement claiming an “undeniable, historical, and crushing defeat” for the U.S.

During the broadcast, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated that Iran “begged” for the ceasefire, and claimed Operation Epic Fury resulted in the destruction of 90% of Iran’s navy – approximately 150 ships. General Dan Cain, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, added that Iranian military-industrial complexes had been significantly damaged, with 80% of missile facilities and nearly 80% of its nuclear industrial base reportedly hit.

A major point of contention remains the Strait of Hormuz. While Iran claims to be reopening the strait, it may demand tolls for passage. Reports indicate limited ship traffic through the strait, with approximately 1,000 vessels still waiting to transit. Qatar’s foreign ministry welcomed the ceasefire but noted that a return to normalcy in the Strait of Hormuz could take months, citing damage to refining and infrastructure.

Negotiations for a permanent ceasefire are expected to begin within two weeks. The U.S. has proposed a 15-point peace plan, while Iran initially countered with a five-point plan, later revised to ten points. President Trump stated there is a “workable basis” for negotiation, adding that almost all points of contention have been agreed upon. The U.S. also indicated it would work with Iran to retrieve nuclear material from a previous conflict.

CBC News also reported on separate issues, including the rise of prediction markets, and Kanye West being denied entry to the UK due to previous anti-Semitic remarks.