Confusion surrounds Trump’s announced ceasefire as Iran and Israel trade attacks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denied any agreement on a ceasefire between Iran and Israel
DOHA/WASHINGTON, D.C. (MNTV) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denied any agreement on a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, casting doubt on U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a truce to end the 12-day conflict.
“There is no agreement on any ceasefire or cessation of military operations as of now,” Araghchi stated on X.
However, he indicated that Iran might halt its attacks if Israel ends its “illegal aggression” by 4 a.m. Tehran time. “The final decision on the cessation of our military operations will be made later,” he added.
Earlier, Trump declared on social media that a ceasefire had been brokered between the two nations.
“Israel & Iran came to me, almost simultaneously, and said, ‘PEACE!’ I knew the time was NOW,” he wrote on Truth Social.
“The World, and the Middle East, are the real WINNERS! Both Nations will see tremendous LOVE, PEACE, AND PROSPERITY in their futures.”
Trump expressed hope for the future, describing it as “unlimited” and filled with “great promise” for both countries.
Despite Trump’s claims, hostilities between Israel and Iran persist.
Reuters reported explosions over Tel Aviv, accompanied by air raid sirens across central and southern Israel.
The Israeli military confirmed that Iran had launched a new wave of missiles targeting the country.
At 6:45 a.m. Tehran time, the Israeli military reported a third Iranian missile attack.
Israel has yet to publicly comment on the reported ceasefire.
Meanwhile, its Home Front Command stated that there has been “no change” in the security situation, indicating ongoing concerns over the conflict.
According to the Associated Press, the U.S. has been working through direct and indirect channels to mediate a ceasefire.
A senior White House official revealed that Trump personally communicated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the agreement.
Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and special Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff also engaged with Iranian officials during the process.
Qatar played a pivotal role in facilitating discussions, with Trump reportedly thanking Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for helping broker the ceasefire.
As conflicting reports continue to emerge, the situation remains fluid.
While Trump projects optimism about the ceasefire, the absence of confirmations from Israel and Iran and the ongoing exchanges of fire raise questions about whether a truce can be achieved in the near term.
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