A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran is officially “in effect,” President Donald Trump announced early Tuesday, following nearly two weeks of escalating conflict across the Middle East. But as dawn broke, both countries were still reeling from fresh waves of missile strikes, leaving dozens dead and injured.
“THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, calling the agreement “complete and total.”
According to the White House, the ceasefire was brokered with help from Qatar, with Iran and Israel agreeing to halt hostilities within a 24-hour phased process. However, confusion remains over the exact terms and timing.
Overnight Carnage Before the Ceasefire
Hours before the ceasefire was due to begin, Iran launched a barrage of missiles toward Israel, with one strike hitting a residential building in the southern city of Beer Sheva, killing five people and injuring at least 20 others. Israeli emergency workers described a scene of “extensive destruction and crushed buildings.”
Simultaneously, Israel conducted fresh airstrikes on Tehran, reportedly hitting targets across the Iranian capital and northern regions. At least nine people were killed in Iran, including several women and children, according to state-affiliated media. Video footage showed fireballs lighting up the Tehran sky as civilians scrambled for safety.
Israel Declares Mission Accomplished
In its first official statement on the ceasefire, Israel claimed “tremendous success” in the campaign against Iran, saying it had eliminated both nuclear and ballistic threats. The Israeli government declared it now has full aerial control over Tehran and thanked the US for its military support.
“The IDF has dealt a severe blow to the Iranian military leadership,” the statement said, warning that any violation of the ceasefire will be met with a “forceful” response.
Trump: ‘They Came to Me With Peace’
Trump, who said both nations reached out to him “almost simultaneously,” claimed credit for the agreement and praised the prospect of peace:
“The future for Israel & Iran is unlimited and filled with great promise. God bless you both,” he wrote.
Vice President JD Vance echoed the praise in a Fox News interview, revealing that he read Trump’s draft announcement just minutes before airtime.
Ceasefire Faces Immediate Pressure
While the agreement appears to have temporarily paused active warfare, tensions remain dangerously high:
- Iran warned Israeli settlers to evacuate Tel Aviv suburbs, shortly after Israel issued similar warnings for parts of Tehran.
- Hostage families in Israel called for the ceasefire to be extended to Gaza, urging officials to capitalize on momentum to bring back captives held by Hamas.
- Air travel across the region was severely disrupted, with Qatar, the UAE, and other countries temporarily closing airspace. Oil prices tumbled as investors priced in de-escalation.
Will It Hold?
CNN military analysts and diplomatic sources say the ceasefire “might hold for now,” with both sides seeking breathing room. Israel believes it has achieved its goals, while Iran is reportedly looking to regroup.
But with thousands of US troops stationed across the region and both sides still exchanging threats, the risk of renewed conflict looms large.
The world is watching.
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