The world has welcomed a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, brokered by US President Donald Trump, despite concerns over its fragility and reported violations. The agreement, announced on Tuesday, aims to bring an end to the hostilities between the two nations, which have been exchanging aerial attacks since June 13.
US President Donald Trump expressed his discontent with both Israel and Iran, stating, “Do not drop those bombs!” after Defence Minister Israel Katz ordered the military to strike Tehran in response to perceived Iranian missile launches.
Trump emphasized the importance of the ceasefire, congratulating both countries on their decision to end the conflict. “CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE,” Trump wrote on social media.
International Reactions
- Qatar: Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani welcomed the ceasefire, expressing hope that it would hold and diplomacy would prevail. “The violations of the ceasefire witnessed this morning are unacceptable and we hope that the ceasefire will hold and diplomacy will prevail,” he said, adding that Gaza ceasefire talks would resume in the next two days.
- Egypt: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the truce, stating it “could represent a turning point in ending the military confrontation between the two countries and restoring calm to the region.”
- European Union: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the announcement, emphasizing the need for stability in the region. “It’s an important step towards restoring stability in a region in tension. This must be our collective priority,” she said.
- Russia: Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov welcomed the ceasefire, hoping it would be sustainable. “If a ceasefire has indeed been achieved, this can only be welcomed,” he said.
- China: China has expressed willingness to work with the international community to maintain peace and stability in the Middle East, urging all parties to return to a political settlement.
Despite the ceasefire agreement, tensions between Israel and Iran remain high. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that there was no formal ceasefire agreement, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel had achieved its objectives in launching the June 13 surprise attack on Iran.
The Supreme National Security Council of Iran warned that its military would “keep their hands on the trigger” to respond to any act of aggression by the enemy.
The ceasefire announcement led to a drop in oil prices and a surge in global shares, with the dollar slipping 0.77 percent to 145.0 yen. The yen and euro benefited from the decline in oil prices, given their reliance on imports of oil and liquefied natural gas.