Fragile Ceasefire Between Iran and Israel Holds Amid Tensions
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A tenuous ceasefire between Iran and Israel held on Tuesday, following initial disruptions. U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration at both nations, stating they had engaged in prolonged conflict without clarity on their objectives.
Despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s claim of having crippled Iran’s nuclear program, a recent U.S. intelligence report indicated that the program had only been delayed by a few months due to U.S. strikes over the weekend. This contradicted Trump’s assertion that the program was “fully obliterated,” prompting the White House to label the assessment as “flat-out wrong.”
Tensions escalated after Israel accused Iran of missile attacks, with sirens sounding in northern Israel and missiles reportedly intercepted. However, Iran denied the allegations, suggesting a misfire. Trump characterized both countries as having breached the ceasefire, but later reassured that Israel would refrain from further military action.
In a Twitter post, Trump noted that “all planes will turn around and head home,” emphasizing the ceasefire’s importance. The conflict originally ignited over concerns regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions, which Tehran insists are peaceful. If sustained, the truce could offer a sigh of relief amid regional instability.
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