A significant development has emerged in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. US President Donald Trump has announced that the two nations have agreed to a “complete and total” ceasefire, which is expected to take effect in the coming hours. This announcement comes on the heels of an Iranian missile attack on the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, which hosts US troops.
In a social media post, Trump congratulated both countries on their alleged decision to end the conflict, referring to it as “THE 12 DAY WAR.” He expressed relief that the war did not escalate into a broader regional conflict, which could have had devastating consequences for the Middle East. Trump’s statement also included a message of blessings for Israel, Iran, the Middle East, the United States, and the world as a whole.
However, it is essential to note that neither Israel nor Iran has officially confirmed the ceasefire agreement. Trump’s statement suggests that Iran would cease firing at Israel, while the Israeli military would halt its operations. Middle East analyst Omar Rahman has pointed out that many details are missing from Trump’s announcement, including the possibility of future negotiations.
Rahman has also expressed skepticism about Trump’s claims, citing previous instances of “deception” by the US president on behalf of Israel. For example, Trump had reaffirmed the US commitment to diplomacy just hours before Israel launched its initial attack on Iran. Furthermore, Trump had stated that he would decide whether to join Israel in the war within two weeks, only to authorize a strike on Iran two days later.
According to Rahman, a significant Israeli attack in the final hours of the conflict, including a potential assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, could jeopardize the ceasefire deal. Rahman emphasized that such an action would not necessarily bring an end to the war, leaving the outcome uncertain. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether the ceasefire will hold and what the future implications will be for the region.
