Israel and Iran Reach Ceasefire Agreement Amid Tensions
Ceasefire Agreement Announced
In a pivotal turn of events, Israel has largely targeted Tehran's nuclear and military sites, leading to a ceasefire agreement following an announcement by US President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office released a statement expressing gratitude towards President Trump and the United States for their defensive assistance and efforts in mitigating the Iranian nuclear threat.
The Israeli Government has issued a stern warning to Tehran, asserting that any breach of the ceasefire will be met with a strong response. The official statement emphasized, "Having accomplished the mission's goals and in complete coordination with President Trump, Israel consents to the President's call for a bilateral ceasefire. Any violation of this ceasefire will be met with a robust response. Citizens of Israel are urged to follow the directives of the IDF Home Front Command until the ceasefire is fully verified."
Trump's Announcement and Iran's Response
At 6:08 BST, President Trump officially declared the ceasefire's commencement. Shortly thereafter, Israel confirmed its acceptance of the proposal. In response, Iran stated that it would halt its strikes if Israel ceased its attacks from the previous night.