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US President Donald Trump dramatically announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel on social media, catching both nations by surprise. The declaration came after Iran launched missile attacks on Israel, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. Neither Iran nor Israel confirmed an official ceasefire agreement, creating further diplomatic uncertainty. The situation remains volatile, with no clear path to resolving the ongoing tensions in the region.

Key Points: Trump Declares Iran-Israel Ceasefire Amid Missile Tensions

  • Trump unilaterally announces ceasefire without formal bilateral agreement
  • Iran launches missiles before proposed truce
  • No official confirmation from Israel or Iran
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Ceasefire now in effect, please do not violate it: US Prez Trump amid ongoing Iran-Israel tensions

US President Trump claims ceasefire between Iran and Israel, but both nations dispute official agreement amid ongoing Middle East conflict

"THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! - Donald J. Trump, US President"

Washington, June 24

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday declared that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel has officially taken effect, urging both sides to maintain restraint.

"THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!" Trump posted on social media platform Truth Social.

The announcement came amid escalating violence in the Middle East, but President Trump's declaration appeared to catch both parties off guard. The ceasefire claim was quickly contradicted by Iran, which asserted it had not received any formal proposal from Washington and had not agreed to a bilateral ceasefire.

Earlier in the day, President Trump wrote, "Israel & Iran came to me, almost simultaneously, and said, 'Peace'! I knew the time was NOW. The World, and the Middle East, are the real winners!"

"Both Nations will see tremendous love, peace and prosperity in their futures. They have so much to gain, and yet, so much to lose if they stray from the road of righteousness and truth. The future for Israel & Iran is unlimited, & filled with great promise. God bless you both!" he added.

Earlier, Iran announced a unilateral halt to its military operations against Israel, effective 4 A.M. local time, but made it clear that the pause was conditional, based entirely on whether Israel would stop its own airstrikes and military actions.

Tehran emphasised that its move was not part of any coordinated truce, but a tactical decision based on evolving battlefield conditions.

"Iran has temporarily paused its military operations," an Iranian Foreign Ministry official said. "This is contingent upon Israel halting all offensive measures. There has been no official ceasefire agreement communicated to us."

Meanwhile, Israel has not yet issued any official statement in response to President Trump's ceasefire declaration or Iran's unilateral pause.

Just hours before the ceasefire announcement, Iran launched eight ballistic missiles targeting central and southern Israel, resulting in the deaths of four people and injuring several others. One of the missiles struck an apartment complex in the city of Beersheba, causing widespread damage and panic among residents.

The situation remains tense, with no official ceasefire document or multilateral agreement in place as of now.

- IANS

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Here are 5 diverse Indian perspective comments on the Iran-Israel ceasefire announcement:
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Rajiv K.
Trump's sudden ceasefire announcement seems premature when Iran clearly denies any agreement. This shows how unpredictable US foreign policy has become. As Indians, we know how dangerous such volatile situations can be for global stability. Hope our government maintains strong ties with both Israel and Iran while protecting our interests in the region.
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Priya M.
The Middle East conflict affects oil prices which directly impacts our economy. While I hope for peace, Trump's tweet diplomacy isn't helping. India should use this moment to strengthen ties with Gulf nations and ensure energy security. Also praying for safety of Indian diaspora in the region 🙏
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Arjun S.
Interesting how Iran calls it a "tactical pause" while Trump declares full ceasefire. Reminds me of our LOC situation with Pakistan - ceasefire only works when both sides genuinely want peace. Hope Israel stays safe though, they've been great partners for India in defense and technology.
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Sunita R.
The timing is suspicious - just after missile attacks? This looks more like PR stunt than real diplomacy. India should stay neutral but watch carefully. Our foreign policy has been balanced so far, we must maintain that. Also, where is UN in all this? World needs proper mediation, not Twitter announcements!
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Vikram J.
As someone who worked in Gulf for 10 years, I can say Middle East stability is crucial for 8 million Indian workers there. Hope ceasefire holds but Trump's approach seems amateurish. Modi government should use this chance to position India as mature mediator - we have good relations with all parties involved.

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