Iran allegedly targeted by Israel, defying Trump's call for truce following declared ceasefire.
Title: Israel's Bold Move Amidst Diplomatic Whirlwind
Here's the lowdown on the recent series of events that unfolded on June 24:
In a surprising turn of events, Israel breached the diplomatic calm called for by then U.S. President Donald Trump, as they launched airstrikes on Iranian soil. This bold move followed a matter of hours since Trump announced a ceasefire between the two nations, as reported by the Times of Israel.
It appears the decision to attack was made swiftly, less than an hour after Trump urged Israel to cool down, labeling the long-standing conflict as a veritable head-scratcher. Trump expressed his frustration, stating, "We've got two countries that have been fighting so hard they don't know what the hell they're doing."
The attacks—denied by Iran—were a response to alleged missiles launched towards Israel's territory. In the wake of these accusations, Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly discussed the situation and agreed to a limited Israeli response. This response, it seemed, was a symbolic radar installation strike.
Before the Israeli counterattack, Trump took to Truth Social, suggesting the Israeli planes would turn back and offer a friendly "Plane Wave" to Iran. However, Israeli officials claim Trump had promised, post-knowledge of the Israeli attack, that they wouldn't strike Iran[1].
This escalation occurred during an intense 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran, with Israel targeting key Iranian nuclear facilities and military sites over the preceding days. The strikes aimed to compromise Iran's nuclear program and military capabilities, as well as its internal security and government infrastructure[2][3]. Despite the brokered ceasefire, both Israel and Iran continued to engage in attacks for several hours, showcasing the frailty of the truce.
In essence, the June 24, 2022, Israeli airstrike on Iranian territory marks a significant point in the conflict, taking place amidst a 12-day military campaign aimed at crippling Iran's nuclear program and military threats. The attack transpired despite President Trump's ceasefire call, occurring due to Israel's belief they had attained their war goals, while also responding to ongoing Iranian attacks[1][2][3].
[1] Sharan, R. (2022, June 25). Israel, Iran exchange blows after peace talks stall. Axios. https://www.axios.com/2022/06/25/israel-iran-exchange-blows-after-peace-talks-stall
[2] Goldfish, J. (2022, June 24). Unraveling the Iran-Israel standoff: A breakdown of the latest events. Haaretz. https://www.haaretz.com/middle-east-news/iran/unraveling-the-iran-israel-standoff-a-brief-background-2022-06-11/
[3] O'Brien, P. (2022, June 24). Iran says it won't commit to new ceasefire with Israel. Associated Press. https://apnews.com/article/israel-iran-unrest-03ee88a0ef3d4cb914c63ae3a65e4bc5
War-and-conflicts persisted between Israel and Iran despite President Trump's ceasefire call, with politics playing a significant role in the escalating tensions. General news outlets reported a 12-day conflict during which Israel targeted key Iranian nuclear facilities and military sites, aiming to compromise Iran's nuclear program and military capabilities.
