The U.S. president has recently expressed his dissatisfaction with both Israel and Iran for breaching the cease-fire agreement, urging Israel to retract its military aircraft.
Trump’s Stance on Iran: No Regime Change
10 mins ago
During his flight aboard Air Force One en route to the NATO summit, President Donald Trump clarified his position: he does not support regime change in Iran, asserting that such a move would only result in chaos.
Cease-Fire Compliance: A Trump Assurance
1 hour ago
President Trump stated his belief that Israel would adhere to the cease-fire, declaring, “ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home, while doing a friendly ‘Plane Wave’ to Iran. Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect!” in a post on Truth Social.
Trump: ‘Calm Down’
By Owen Evans
1 hour ago
Before departing for the NATO summit in The Hague, President Trump remarked to reporters that both Israel and Iran had indeed broken the cease-fire. He lamented, “These guys have got to calm down. I didn’t like plenty of things I saw yesterday. I didn’t like the fact that Israel unloaded right after we made the deal.” He further criticized Israel for retaliating strongly over a rocket that “didn’t land anywhere.”
Trump’s Direct Message to Israel
By Owen Evans
2 hours ago
President Trump is adamant that Israel must not breach the cease-fire. In an emphatic Truth Social post, he warned, “ISRAEL. Do not drop those bombs. If you do it is a major violation. Bring your pilots home, now!”
Iran’s Denial of Violation
By Owen Evans
2 hours ago
In response to accusations from Israeli media regarding missile attacks, Iran has firmly denied any violations of the cease-fire, as reported by the state-run Tasnim News Agency.
Oil Prices and the Cease-Fire
By Owen Evans
3 hours ago
In a financial twist, oil prices plummeted by about 5% following Israel’s agreement to the cease-fire proposed by President Trump, which came after nearly two weeks of ongoing conflict. However, this downturn may be fleeting, as Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz recently claimed that Iran had “completely violated” the cease-fire, igniting vows of retaliation.
Cease-Fire on Shaky Ground
By Owen Evans
4 hours ago
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has accused Iran of launching missiles shortly after the cease-fire took effect, declaring a complete violation. He has instructed the Israeli military to resume targeting Iranian assets in Tehran, indicating a readiness to respond with force.
Missile Activity Detected
By Melanie Sun
4 hours ago
The Israeli Defense Forces reported missile alerts in northern Israel following the detection of a missile launched from Iran. The Air Force is currently engaging to intercept and neutralize the threat.
Formality of Cease-Fire Acknowledged
By Melanie Sun
5 hours ago
Israel has formally accepted the cease-fire with Iran, echoing the announcement made by President Trump. The Israeli Prime Minister’s office has claimed success in mitigating the dual existential threats posed by Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.
Reopening of Airspace
By Melanie Sun
7 hours ago
The Israel Airports Authority announced the reopening of airspace over Israel for incoming flights after a brief closure due to missile attacks from Iran.
Cease-Fire Announced
By Melanie Sun
7 hours ago
In a post made at 1:08 a.m. ET, President Trump announced that the cease-fire had officially commenced. He urged both sides to respect the agreement, stating, “The ceasefire is now in effect. Please do not violate it.”
Iran Claims Compliance
By Melanie Sun
7 hours ago
Iranian state television reported that the cease-fire was in effect, even as missile attacks continued prior to the deadline. One missile reportedly struck a residential area in southern Israel, resulting in casualties.
Trump Attributes Cease-Fire to U.S. Strikes
By Melanie Sun
8 hours ago
President Trump claimed that the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities were a pivotal factor in facilitating the cease-fire agreement. He stated, “We couldn’t have made today’s ‘deal’ without the talent and courage of our great B-2 pilots.”
Fresh Missile Attacks in Israel
By Joseph Lord
9 hours ago
After the cease-fire announcement, sirens sounded across northern Israel as a barrage of missiles were fired from Iran, prompting alerts from the Israeli Defense Forces.
Your Guide to the Recent Developments
By Joseph Lord
14 hours ago
The recent military exchanges between Iran and Israel have ignited significant geopolitical tensions, raising concerns over stability in the region. The cease-fire, while formally recognized, remains tenuous as both sides prepare for potential escalation.
Conclusion: The Fragile Nature of Peace
The situation illustrates the volatility inherent in Middle Eastern geopolitics, as a cease-fire announcement does not guarantee compliance. The world watches as both nations navigate this precarious balance between conflict and diplomacy.
Reuters contributed to this report.
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