1.   It seemed the fighting would never stop.

2.   Many of the refugees are keen to return to their home countries now that the fighting has stopped.

3.   The fighting has stopped, but the situation is still critical.

4.   A ceasefire came into operation in May and all serious fighting stopped.

5.   Even if the fighting has stopped, the peace deal is badly damaged.

6.   Although independence has not become a reality, the rebels have been working hard to establish themselves as the dominant force since the fighting has stopped.

7.   Barak also said he would be willing to go to Washington to meet with Clinton once the fighting stops.

8.   Both, however, expect to get one as soon as the fighting stops.