Washington | June 23, 2025
President Donald Trump announced a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Iran, signaling a potential end to the 12-day war that escalated following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Core Facts:
- Iran launched missiles at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar in retaliation for Saturday’s American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
- The U.S. military intercepted the missiles; no casualties were reported. Iran reportedly warned the U.S. before the attack.
- The missile launch prompted Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates to close their airspace temporarily.
- A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran agreed to the cease-fire after diplomatic efforts led by Qatar.
- President Trump stated: “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.”
- Trump praised both nations for having the “stamina, courage, and intelligence” to avoid a prolonged regional war.
Context Line:
The rapid de-escalation follows a high-stakes confrontation that risked drawing the broader Middle East into conflict.
