Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran

Tensions in the Middle East have been high. President Trump has announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. This announcement comes after a series of attacks and retaliations between the two countries, and after Iranian missile strikes on a military base in Qatar that houses U.S. troops.

Trump's Announcement

President Trump stated that Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire. He said it would begin soon and be complete within 24 hours. This would end what he called a "12-day war." 

 As of the time of the announcement, there has been no confirmation from either Israel or Iran.

Recent Attacks

The announcement followed Iran's missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar. This was in response to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Iran launched short and medium-range missiles at the Al Uded Air Base, which houses about 10,000 U.S. personnel. Luckily, there were no injuries.

Iran has increased its attacks inside israel.


Iran has also continued its attacks against Israel. One attack destroyed the front of an apartment building in Tel Aviv.

The U.S. then launched air strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, including Isfahan.

Iran sent a private message to President Trump before the U.S. attack. They warned that if the U.S. launched air strikes, Iran could respond with a massive attacks inside the U.S. 

The Department of Homeland Security is warning of possible cyber attacks and a higher threat level in the U.S.

The Department of Homeland Security is warning of possible cyber attacks and a higher threat level in the U.S.