**CEASEFIRE BETWEEN IRAN AND ISRAEL NOW IN EFFECT, TRUMP SAYS**
In a surprising turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on June 24 that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel had taken effect. This development comes after days of escalating tensions following the U.S.’ airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and retaliatory attacks by Iran on U.S. military bases in Qatar.
The conflict began when the U.S. conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. In response, Iran launched multiple missiles at U.S. military bases in the region, including Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar and a base in Iraq. The Pentagon confirmed that Iran fired several short- and medium-range missiles at Al Udeid, but no American personnel were harmed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on June 24 that Israel had agreed to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Iran, thanking Trump for his support in defending Israel and “removing the Iranian nuclear threat.” The ceasefire is seen as a significant development, given the rising tensions between Iran and Israel over the past few weeks.
**A NEW ERA OF PEACE?**
Trump’s announcement comes at a time when the world is still grappling with ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and other regions. Trump has long styled himself as a dealmaker and peacemaker, but his failure to deliver on promises to reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has been criticized. During his electoral campaign, he pledged to end the war between Russia and Ukraine within 24 hours of taking office.
However, despite Ukraine’s acceptance of a U.S.-backed proposal for a ceasefire over 100 days ago, no progress has been made. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha expressed frustration on June 19, stating that “Russia continues to choose war.” The international community is now watching the developments between Iran and Israel closely, hoping that this ceasefire will mark the beginning of a new era of peace in the region.
**WHAT’S NEXT?**
As the world waits with bated breath for further updates on the ceasefire, questions are being asked about what lies ahead. Will this agreement hold, or will tensions rise again? How will this development impact global politics and international relations?
The ceasefire between Iran and Israel is a significant step towards peace in a region that has been plagued by conflict for far too long. The international community must now come together to ensure that this progress is built upon and that all parties continue to work towards lasting peace.
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