News Desk: Israel has formally agreed to a US-brokered ceasefire with Iran, marking a dramatic pause in hostilities that began on June 13. The ceasefire was mediated by former US President Donald Trump and facilitated through diplomatic channels involving Qatar, according to official statements and diplomatic sources.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Tuesday that the government had accepted a ceasefire proposal “in full coordination with President Trump” after declaring the success of Operation Rising Lion. The Israeli government emphasized that it had accomplished all its strategic goals and warned of a forceful response to any future violation of the truce.
“Israel has removed the dual existential threat posed by Iran — its nuclear ambitions and ballistic missile arsenal,” the statement read. “The IDF established total air dominance over Tehran, decimated Iran’s military leadership, and neutralized key regime assets.”
The announcement came just hours after Trump publicly confirmed the ceasefire and called it a diplomatic breakthrough. Despite some retaliatory missile strikes from Iran after Trump’s initial announcement, Iranian state media later reported that Tehran had also agreed to the terms of the ceasefire.
Key Achievements Claimed by Israel:
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Elimination of Iranian nuclear and missile threats
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Full air superiority over Tehran
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Destruction of major regime infrastructure
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Targeted assassinations, including a top nuclear scientist and hundreds of IRGC Basij members
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened the Security Cabinet late Monday night to brief them on the military’s progress. Following his briefing and a declaration of operational victory, the Cabinet approved the ceasefire.
“This is a great success for the people of Israel and its fighters,” the Foreign Ministry said.
Trump’s Role and Qatar’s Mediation
According to Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst, Trump initiated the peace talks by contacting Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and asking for Qatar’s help in persuading Iran to accept the ceasefire. Diplomatic sources say Iran initially resisted but eventually agreed after behind-the-scenes discussions.
US Vice President JD Vance reportedly worked closely with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani to finalize the terms, ensuring Iran’s compliance with the ceasefire arrangement.
The ceasefire brings temporary relief in a highly volatile region, though both sides remain on alert. Israel has vowed to retaliate swiftly if Iran breaches the agreement.
