After announcing a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, former President Trump urged both nations to respect the agreement.
“The ceasefire is now in effect. Please, do not violate it,” Trump posted.
Notably, hours before the truce announcement, Iran launched missile attacks on Israel that reportedly killed four civilians.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Following the announcement, global oil prices have been falling sharply. Brent crude prices dropped an additional 4%, settling near $68 per barrel, continuing the downward trend from a 7% drop in the previous session. Meanwhile, stock markets in Asia have seen a significant rise, with major indices in Japan, South Korea, and Australia posting gains.

President Donald Trump has announced that Iran and Israel have agreed to a full ceasefire, set to take effect within six hours. According to the agreement, Iran will observe the ceasefire for the first 12 hours, followed by Israel for the next 12. Afterward, the official end of hostilities will be declared. Trump described the conflict as the “12-Day War,” warning that prolonged war could have devastated the Middle East. “That didn’t happen, and it won’t,” he added.

Donald Trump dismissed Iran’s attack on U.S. bases as a ‘failed revenge,’ stating that no Americans were injured and damage was minimal. “No retaliation will follow,” Trump wrote. He emphasized that the Iranian missile strike exposed their entire military system and expressed hope that this would mark an end to hostility. Trump revealed that 14 missiles were fired—13 were intercepted, and the remaining one posed no threat. He thanked Iran for its advance notice, which helped avoid casualties, and called on Iran and Israel to pursue peace and cooperation.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that President Donald Trump merely raised a question, not a policy decision, about regime change in Iran. “Last night, the President asked, ‘If the Iranian regime won’t negotiate, why shouldn’t the Iranian people stand up to this cruel rule?’” she said. Leavitt stressed that the U.S. military posture remains unchanged and reiterated that the recent U.S. attack had crippled Iran’s nuclear program. She also dismissed the idea of closing the Strait of Hormuz as “foolish.”

US intelligence warns that Iran may retaliate against American troops stationed in the Middle East within the next one to two days, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. This follows US airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites last Saturday. Security measures for approximately 40,000 US troops in the region have been heightened amid fears of possible Iranian counterattacks. Officials remain hopeful for a peaceful resolution but are preparing for a potential escalation.

In reaction to discussions about shutting down Iran’s Strait of Hormuz, U.S. President Donald Trump urged: “Everyone, keep oil prices down. I’m watching closely!” He warned that such actions would play into the hands of enemies and urged against it. However, Trump did not specify whom his call was directed at. In a subsequent post, he instructed the U.S. Energy Department to “Drill, baby, drill!!! And I mean it right now!!!” The talks of closing the strategic waterway gained momentum after Iran’s parliament approved the proposal, leading to increased instability in the global oil market.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow, condemned the recent US-Israel attack on Iran, calling it an “entirely unfounded act of aggression.” Putin reaffirmed Russia’s strong ties with Iran and expressed full support for the Iranian people. He extended greetings to Iran's President and Supreme Leader and emphasized the importance of Araghchi’s visit to discuss the escalating Middle East crisis. Araghchi blamed the attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities for rising tensions.

The U.S. State Department has issued a global security alert, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution following a U.S. military strike in Tehran amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The conflict has disrupted Middle East travel and led to temporary airspace closures. The Department of Homeland Security also warned of a heightened threat environment, citing risks of cyberattacks and lone-wolf assaults. Iran warned it would target any country aiding U.S. attacks, intensifying fears of broader regional instability.

The U.S. Embassy in Qatar has advised American citizens to shelter in place until further notice, citing heightened caution amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The warning follows U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites and Israel’s earlier attacks that killed top Iranian officials and civilians. Iran has since launched retaliatory strikes. With around 10,000 U.S. troops stationed at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base, the situation remains volatile, prompting the embassy to issue the alert without providing further details.

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin met with Iran’s Foreign Minister amid tensions following U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. While condemning the strikes, Russia’s Kremlin insists it will not intervene militarily due to its ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Analysts believe Iran may seek to negotiate with former U.S. President Trump, with Putin acting as mediator. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev criticized the U.S. attacks, warning that Trump has initiated a new phase of conflict, while Iran’s nuclear program likely continues despite the strikes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia should avoid taking sides in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. He highlighted the presence of nearly 2 million Russian speakers in Israel and Russia’s historic ties with the Muslim world, advocating for a balanced diplomatic approach. Putin reaffirmed support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear program while assuring Israel’s security. He stressed dialogue over direct involvement and revealed ongoing communications with leaders from Israel, Iran, and the US to seek a peaceful resolution.

Vassily Nebenzia, Russia’s permanent representative to the UN, criticized the imbalance in nuclear oversight, stating that Iran remains one of the most scrutinized nations by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). He said Iran's cooperation has been met with airstrikes instead of diplomacy. In contrast, he highlighted that Israel has yet to sign the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), allowing it to avoid full IAEA inspections.

Amid escalating Israeli aggression in the Middle East, Pakistan, China, and Russia have jointly introduced a draft resolution at the UN Security Council calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. UN Secretary-General António Guterres described the bombings of Iran’s nuclear sites as “a dangerous escalation” and stressed the urgent need for a ceasefire and serious diplomatic negotiations. Earlier, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed successful strikes on Iran’s key nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has clarified that the objective of the recent strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities was to neutralize a growing nuclear threat, not to change the regime. “This operation was carried out to protect U.S. and Israeli interests, and to ensure the safety of our troops,” said Hegseth. “Iran’s nuclear program has been effectively dismantled,” he added.