Live updates: Trump announces that Israel and Iran have reached an agreement for a 'complete and total ceasefire'
U.S. President Donald Trump asserted on social media on Monday that Israel and Iran have reached an agreement for a "complete and total ceasefire" to be implemented over a period of 24 hours.
Neither Israel nor Iran immediately confirmed any ceasefire, and significant Israeli airstrikes persisted in Tehran and other cities early Tuesday.
Earlier on Monday, Iran executed a missile strike on a U.S. military installation in Qatar, in retaliation for the American bombing of three critical Iranian nuclear sites. The U.S. reported that there were no casualties.
Key points to note:
Qatar's response to Monday’s assault: A military officer from Qatar stated that Iran launched 19 missiles at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, with one missile hitting the facility but resulting in no casualties. This number of missiles contrasts with the figure provided by Trump, who claimed that 14 missiles were launched, 13 were intercepted, and one was "set free."
Trump indicates Iran provided a warning: Trump mentioned that Iran notified the U.S. prior to targeting the military base, expressing gratitude to its leaders for the "early notice." He also expressed hope that this would be the sole response to the American attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Background context: Israel initiated a surprise series of attacks on Iranian sites on June 13, which Israeli officials justified as necessary to prevent what they alleged was an imminent threat of Iran developing nuclear weapons. In response, Iran has conducted a series of missile and drone strikes against Israel, while Israel has continued its attacks on Iranian locations.
The U.S. has facilitated the evacuation of approximately 250 American citizens and their immediate family members from Israel through government, military, and charter flights that commenced over the weekend, according to a State Department official.
Since June 21, the official noted that the U.S. has arranged seven flights, the majority of which have gone to Athens, Greece, as well as to Rome, Italy, and Larnaca, Cyprus.
Approximately 250 Americans have been evacuated from Israel, according to an official.
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There has been no comment from the UN missions of Israel and Iran.
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Iranian state media has not reported on Tehran's response.
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The US House Speaker commends Trump following his announcement of a ceasefire.
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The White House has shared Trump's social media post regarding the ceasefire announcement.
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Vance describes the Israel-Iran conflict as a significant reset moment for the entire region.
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Trump indicates that a full ceasefire will commence at midnight on Wednesday.
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Trump states that Iran and Israel will implement a phased ceasefire over a 24-hour period.
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BREAKING: Trump announces that Israel and Iran have agreed to a 'complete and total ceasefire' to be phased in over 24 hours.
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The US has lifted the 'shelter in place' warning for Americans in Qatar.
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Russia, China, and Pakistan are pursuing a UN resolution to condemn US strikes on Iran and to call for a ceasefire.
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Israeli search and rescue teams are preparing for another night of potential missile attacks from Iran.
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BREAKING: A US military official reports that no US bases in Iraq were targeted, but a malfunctioning Iranian missile aimed at Israel triggered an alert in Iraq earlier today.
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Qatar reports that one of the 19 missiles launched by Iran struck the base but resulted in no casualties.
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BREAKING: Qatar states that Iran fired 19 missiles at a US air base, with one hitting but causing no casualties.
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Trump claims that Iran provided the US with advanced warning of attacks on the base in Qatar.
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BREAKING: Trump states that Iran gave 'early notice' of the strike on the US base in Qatar, expressing hope that they have 'gotten it all out of their “system.”'
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A senior US military official confirms that there was no attack on the US base in Iraq.
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The King of Jordan calls for calm in the region.
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A former Israeli security advisor suggests that Iran has likely safeguarded enriched uranium.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial route for oil; its closure could have adverse effects on Iran.
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The UN chief advocates for a return to diplomacy in the Israel-Iran conflict.
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