Mon Jun 23 23:00:00 UTC 2025: **News Article: Trump Claims Cease-fire Reached Between Israel and Iran Amidst Escalating Conflict**
**Washington D.C.** – President Trump claimed on Monday via a Truth Social post that Israel and Iran have agreed to a cease-fire, hours after Iran launched missiles at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the largest American military installation in the Middle East, and days after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. There has been no immediate confirmation of a deal by Israel or Iran.
“It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now,” he wrote on Truth Social, “when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED!”
The President asserted that the conflict will be considered “ENDED” after a 12-hour winding down period. Vice President JD Vance echoed a similar sentiment, stating the war appeared “effectively over.”
The Iranian missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base, housing approximately 10,000 U.S. troops, was reportedly retaliation for recent U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Initial reports indicate minimal damage and no casualties at the base, with U.S. air defenses intercepting most of the incoming missiles. Qatar condemned the attack on its territory.
While the Israeli military declined to comment on President Trump’s statement, the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, suggested on Sunday night that Israel was “very, very close” to achieving its aims in the war against Iran.
Amidst the escalating tensions, there were also indications of both sides seeking de-escalation. Reports suggest Iran provided advance notice of the missile strike on Al Udeid, minimizing potential casualties.
Economic impacts were immediately felt, with oil prices falling and stocks climbing following the Iranian attack. The European Union expressed grave concerns about escalation, and the International Atomic Energy Agency warned of “unimaginable” violence if diplomacy is not pursued.
Meanwhile, domestic concerns over potential retaliation on American soil are growing. Federal law enforcement officials have cautioned about increased monitoring and heightened security measures around sensitive sites.
The situation remains fluid, with further developments and official confirmations awaited from both Iran and Israel.
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