Trump Declares Israel-Iran Ceasefire “Please Do Not Violate It,” Says U.S. President as Tensions Persist on Ground

Washington, June 24 — U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that a “complete and total ceasefire” between Israel and Iran has officially come into effect, following 12 days of intense cross-border missile strikes and mounting casualties. Despite the declaration, reports from both sides confirmed continued attacks even after the ceasefire deadline, raising questions about its enforcement.

“THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT,” Trump posted on Truth Social. The post emphasized that Iran would cease hostilities first, followed by Israel twelve hours later, marking the official end of what he called the “12-Day War.”

Trump Declares Israel-Iran Ceasefire Timeline and Continued Conflict

Trump’s announcement came just hours after Iranian forces fired a fresh barrage of missiles into southern Israel. At least four civilians were killed in the city of Beersheba, according to Israeli emergency services. Simultaneously, Iranian officials reported that Israeli strikes in Gilan province killed nine civilians and injured over thirty others—allegedly part of Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion.”

Both sides had agreed, in principle, to a U.S.-mediated truce with behind-the-scenes support from Qatar. However, the continuation of air raids even after the ceasefire deadline indicates a fragile situation on the ground.

Israel and Iran Respond

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while agreeing to the terms of the ceasefire, stated that any violations would be “met with force.” His administration maintains that Israel retains the right to defend itself from Iranian aggression, especially after Iran launched over 120 missiles at U.S. bases in Qatar earlier this week as part of “Operation True Promise 3.”

Iran’s state media confirmed that it had accepted the ceasefire proposal but launched a final wave of missiles as part of what it called “pre-scheduled retaliatory strikes.” Tehran has not yet confirmed a full halt to hostilities as of Tuesday afternoon.

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The Human Cost of War

The 12-day conflict, sparked on June 13 by Israeli strikes on suspected Iranian nuclear sites, has taken a heavy toll on civilians. Iranian health authorities have reported dozens of civilian deaths and hundreds of injuries, while Israeli cities such as Tel Aviv and Ashkelon were forced to activate air defense systems and open public shelters.

In Tel Aviv, families took shelter in underground parking garages as warning sirens blared across the city. Meanwhile, hospitals on both sides are overwhelmed as injuries from missile attacks continue to pour in.

Diplomatic Efforts and Global Concern

Trump’s direct intervention in the conflict marks a return to a hands-on diplomatic style. U.S. officials praised Qatar for acting as a critical backchannel between the two warring nations. The ceasefire was reportedly brokered after intense behind-the-scenes negotiations involving multiple regional stakeholders.

International reactions have been mixed. The United Nations has called for immediate humanitarian access to affected areas and an independent investigation into civilian casualties. The European Union welcomed the ceasefire but stressed that violations could undermine long-term stability.

What’s Next?

While both Israel and Iran have publicly agreed to the ceasefire, the continuation of missile attacks suggests that full compliance remains elusive. Analysts warn that without a mechanism for verification and consequences, the truce may collapse within days.

President Trump, in his message, called on both nations to “show restraint, courage, and respect for life,” claiming that the ceasefire is the “first step toward a broader peace.”

However, given the deep-rooted hostility and the lack of trust between the two nations, peace may remain a distant goal.

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