Israel has agreed to a mutual ceasefire with Iran after a proposal put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed on Tuesday. The announcement comes after days of heightened hostilities between the two countries.
In a statement, Netanyahu’s office said the objectives of Israel’s recent military operation had been achieved. “Israel thanks President Trump and the United States for their support in defence and their participation in eliminating the Iranian nuclear threat,” the statement read.
The ceasefire was reached “in full coordination” with the U.S. President, it added. “In light of the achievement of the operation’s goals, and in full coordination with President Trump, Israel agreed to the President’s proposal for a mutual ceasefire.”
The development follows a weekend of intense military confrontation, during which Israel—later joined by the U.S.—launched coordinated strikes on Iranian nuclear and missile sites. Iran retaliated with missile attacks, resulting in at least four deaths, according to Israeli emergency services.
President Trump confirmed the ceasefire was now in effect and urged both sides to uphold the agreement. “Do not violate it,” he warned during a press briefing.
Iran has repeatedly denied pursuing nuclear weapons, insisting its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes. However, Israeli and American officials have accused Tehran of moving dangerously close to developing nuclear weapons, prompting the latest strikes.
Reacting to the ceasefire, Netanyahu’s office stressed that Israel would respond forcefully to any breach of the truce. The Prime Minister is expected to deliver a formal address later on Tuesday.
