The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced on Monday that Israel and Iran have reached an agreement for a complete ceasefire, marking the official end of the war that has pitted both countries against each other for the past 12 days.
In his social network Truth Social, the president emphasized: “Congratulations to everyone! A complete and total ceasefire has been fully agreed upon between Israel and Iran (in about six hours, when both countries finish their ongoing final missions), for 12 hours, at which point the war will be officially considered OVER.”
According to what was detailed, Iran will initiate the ceasefire and, after 12 hours, Israel will do the same. Once 24 hours have passed, "the official end of the 12-DAY WAR will be celebrated by the world," he noted.
Trump called the agreement a historic achievement that prevented further escalation: "This is a war that could have dragged on for years and destroyed all of the Middle East, but it didn't, and it never will!"
The president concluded his message with a call for peace: "God bless Israel, God bless Iran, God bless the Middle East, God bless the United States of America, and GOD BLESS THE WORLD!"
The account Rapid Response 47 on X, identified as the official rapid response channel of Trump 47's White House, also echoed President Donald Trump's announcement regarding the ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Despite President Donald Trump's announcement regarding the end of the military conflict between Israel and Iran, the official account of the Iranian supreme leader, Khamenei.ir, warned on X: “Those who know the Iranian people and their history understand that it is not a nation that surrenders.”
The phrase, published prior to Trump's message about the permanent cessation of hostilities, reflects that Tehran still projects a stance of resistance, even amidst diplomatic efforts to close the chapter of the war.
In the same vein, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani reinforced that narrative on X by stating, “Our policy is clear: we do not initiate war, but we will defend the life and dignity of our people until the very last moment.”
His message underscores that, despite the ceasefire announced by the United States, Iran maintains a firm rhetoric that raises doubts about the true de-escalation of the conflict.
This Monday, the conflict reached one of its most critical moments when Iran launched multiple missiles at United States military bases in the Middle East, in retaliation for the U.S. bombing of three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, according to a report to Axios from an Israeli official and another Arab official.
The U.S. said that no American casualties were reported as a result of the Iranian bombing of the U.S. airbase at Al Uleid in Qatar.
According to these sources, at least ten missiles were aimed at Qatar and at least one struck towards Iraq. The White House and the Department of Defense confirmed to Axios that they were aware of "potential threats" against the airbase and are closely monitoring the situation for any eventualities.
Also this Monday, the Israeli army claimed to have concluded its "most extensive" offensive against Iran since the conflict began on June 13, marking a new and significant episode in the regional war, which suggested the end of the conflict.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ceasefire between Israel and Iran
What does the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran announced by Trump entail?
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran entails a complete cessation of hostilities, initially by Iran and then by Israel, culminating in the official end of the 12-day war. This agreement was announced by the President of the United States, Donald Trump, who described it as a historic achievement that prevented a greater escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
What role did the United States play in the conflict between Israel and Iran?
The United States carried out a successful bombing against nuclear facilities in Iran just before the announcement of the ceasefire. Although Washington officially denied involvement in the Israeli attacks, U.S. actions contributed to the pressure on Iran to reach an agreement. President Trump emphasized his desire for a "total and complete victory" to ensure that Iran does not develop nuclear weapons.
What was the international community's reaction to the announcement of the ceasefire?
The international community received the announcement of the ceasefire with concern, due to the risk of regional escalation in the days leading up to the agreement. Countries like Russia, China, and Japan urged restraint and monitored the conflict's developments with caution, while some countries activated defensive alerts in anticipation of further hostilities.
What consequences could this agreement have for the Middle East?
The ceasefire agreement could mark the beginning of a new era of peace in the Middle East, if both parties maintain their commitment to halt hostilities. However, the context of prior tensions and the risk of the conflict reigniting necessitate close monitoring from the international community to ensure lasting stability in the region.
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