U.S. President Donald J. Trump has officially announced that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran is now in effect and called on all involved parties to strictly observe it.
Taking to his social media platform, Trump declared:
“THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!”
This announcement comes amid rising tensions and increased global pressure to end the violent conflict between the two nations.
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In a late-night post on Truth Social, Trump revealed that both Israel and Iran had reached a mutual agreement for a full ceasefire.
“CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now, when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED!” he wrote.
Trump explained that the ceasefire would begin with Iran halting military actions first, followed by Israel after 12 hours. At the 24-hour mark, he said the conflict would be officially declared over.
He praised both sides for showing “stamina, courage, and intelligence” in ending what he referred to as the “12-Day War,” warning that the conflict could have dragged on for years and devastated the Middle East.
However, the announcement has been met with mixed reactions. While some diplomatic sources suggest Qatar played a key role in brokering the agreement, Iranian officials have offered contradictory statements.
A senior Iranian source reportedly confirmed Iran’s acceptance of a U.S.-brokered deal facilitated by Qatar. Yet, other Iranian representatives publicly denied that any formal ceasefire proposal had been received.
“Iran has not received any formal ceasefire proposal,” one official stated, adding that Tehran would continue its resistance until a fair and lasting peace is achieved. The official also warned that any such announcements might be seen as misinformation or an attempt to legitimize further attacks against Iran.
Earlier, Trump had attempted to downplay Iran’s missile strike on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. He claimed that Tehran had issued an early warning ahead of the attack, allowing for protective measures that prevented any loss of life.
“I am pleased to report that NO Americans were harmed, and hardly any damage was done,” Trump said. “They’ve gotten it all out of their ‘system,’ and there will, hopefully, be no further HATE.”
Trump thanked Iran for the advance notice and expressed hope that both Iran and Israel could now move toward lasting peace and regional harmony.
Meanwhile, Iran confirmed that its forces had launched a missile strike targeting the Al Udeid Air Base. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps labeled the action as a direct retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council clarified that the base was located far from residential zones, and the attack posed no danger to the Qatari population.
“We remain committed to our warm and historic relationship with the people of Qatar,” the council noted.
Iranian media referred to the operation as “Basharat al-Fath” (Glad Tidings of Victory), emphasizing it was a measured response meant to safeguard national dignity.
U.S. defense officials confirmed they are monitoring the situation closely, keeping an eye on threats to American interests in the region.
