Deadline Trump announced for Iran to cease fire against Israel passes

Published: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 12:24 am

Ceasefire Declared in 12-Day War Between Israel and Iran, Though Uncertainty Remains

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - A ceasefire has been announced by Iran, according to Iranian state television, bringing a potential end to the 12-day conflict with Israel. The announcement followed a deadline set by former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, the situation remains complex, with Israel not immediately confirming the ceasefire and reports of continued missile barrages.

The conflict, dubbed the "12 Day War" by Trump, has seen a series of attacks and counterattacks. Before the announced ceasefire, Iranian barrages resulted in casualties in Israel, including deaths and injuries. In retaliation for U.S. bombing of its nuclear sites, Iran launched a limited missile attack on a U.S. military base in Qatar. Qatar condemned the attack as a violation of its sovereignty.

While Iran has declared a ceasefire, Israel has not officially acknowledged it. The Israeli military has also declined to comment on the ceasefire statement. The Iranian Foreign Minister stated that a final decision on the cessation of military operations would be made later.

The conflict has resulted in significant casualties. In Israel, at least 24 people have been killed and over 1,000 wounded. Israeli strikes on Iran have resulted in at least 974 deaths and 3,458 injuries, according to a human rights group.

The U.S. has been involved in the situation, with Trump communicating with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the ceasefire. The White House has stated that the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites helped to facilitate the ceasefire.

The situation remains tense, with the potential for further escalation.

BNN's Perspective: The situation is fluid, and the lack of clear confirmation from both sides makes it difficult to assess the true state of the conflict. While a ceasefire is a positive development, the underlying tensions and the potential for further attacks remain a concern. The involvement of external actors, such as the U.S., adds another layer of complexity to the situation.

Keywords: Iran, Israel, ceasefire, Donald Trump, missile attack, Qatar, 12 Day War, conflict, casualties, nuclear sites, Benjamin Netanyahu, regime change.

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