ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump declared a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran is now in effect, urging all involved parties to honor the truce and maintain peace.
Ceasefire Details Announced by Trump
In a series of posts on his official social media platform, Trump wrote, “THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!” He detailed that the ceasefire would begin approximately six hours after his announcement and last for 12 hours, after which the war would be considered ended.
“CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now, when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED!,” Trump said.
He added: “Officially, Iran will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 12th Hour, Israel will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 24th Hour, an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR will be saluted by the World. During each CEASEFIRE, the other side will remain PEACEFUL and RESPECTFUL.”
Trump praised both nations for their resilience in ending what he referred to as “THE 12 DAY WAR,” a conflict that he said could have caused long-term destruction in the Middle East. “God bless Israel, God bless Iran, God bless the Middle East, God bless the United States of America, and GOD BLESS THE WORLD!”
Conflicting Statements from Iranian Officials
Following Trump’s announcement, a senior Iranian official reportedly confirmed Tehran’s agreement to a U.S.-proposed ceasefire, which was brokered by Qatar. However, other Iranian representatives publicly denied receiving any formal ceasefire proposal.
“Iran has not received any formal ceasefire proposal,” one official stated, emphasizing Tehran’s commitment to continue fighting until a “just and lasting peace is achieved.” The official warned that such statements could be “misinformation or deception, aimed at justifying further attacks on Iranian interests.”
Despite these conflicting messages, diplomatic sources highlighted Qatar’s key role as a mediator in ongoing efforts to reduce tensions between the two countries.
Trump’s Earlier Call for Peace Amid Missile Strikes
Earlier on Monday, Trump addressed Iran’s missile strike targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. He noted that Tehran had provided advance warning of the attack, allowing protective measures that prevented casualties.
In posts on Truth Social, Trump said, “I am pleased to report that NO Americans were harmed, and hardly any damage was done. Most importantly, they’ve gotten it all out of their ‘system,’ and there will, hopefully, be no further HATE.”
He further expressed gratitude towards Iran for the early notice: “I want to thank Iran for giving us early notice, which made it possible for no lives to be lost, and nobody to be injured. Perhaps Iran can now proceed to Peace and Harmony in the Region, and I will enthusiastically encourage Israel to do the same.”
Iran’s Missile Attack on U.S. Base in Qatar
Iran’s armed forces described the missile attack on the Al Udeid Air Base as “devastating and powerful,” emphasizing it as retaliation for U.S. actions against Iranian nuclear facilities. The Iranian Supreme National Security Council stated that the strike was conducted away from residential areas in Qatar to avoid harming its people.
“This action does not pose any threat to the friendly and brotherly country, Qatar, and its noble people,” the council said, reaffirming Iran’s commitment to maintaining warm relations with Qatar.
Iranian state media referred to the operation as ‘Operation Basharat al-Fath.’ Meanwhile, U.S. officials continue to monitor security closely at the targeted base.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, calling on all sides to respect the truce. While a senior Iranian official reportedly confirmed the ceasefire, others in Tehran denied such an arrangement. The announcement follows Iran’s missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar, which Tehran framed as retaliation, with diplomatic efforts led by Qatar aimed at reducing regional tensions.
