Srinagar, April 8 -- Srinagar- Celebrations broke out across several parts of Kashmir following the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and the United States, with many people hailing the development as a "victory" for the Islamic Republic.

Hundreds of residents, particularly in Shia-majority areas, poured onto the streets late into the evening, marking the truce with slogans, flag-waving, and public gatherings. Festivities were reported from Srinagar localities including Saidakadal, Shalimar, Zadibal, Bemina, and Lawaypora, as well as from districts such as Budgam, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Pulwama, and Bandipora.

Carrying Iranian flags, people celebrated what they described as Iran's resilience against the combined might of the Unite...