Kremlin expresses approval for the Israel-Iran truce agreement.
In the heart of global politics, a ceasefire between Israel and Iran was tentatively agreed upon, mediated by the Trump administration. This truce was set to begin on June 24, after announcements from US President Donald Trump, Israeli, and Iranian officials.
A Kremlin representative, when asked about the potential ceasefire, expressed optimism, stating "if indeed a ceasefire has been reached, then that is only to be welcomed." Dmitry Peskov, a close confidant to Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasized Moscow's longstanding calls for a settlement. He expressed hope that this ceasefire would prove sustainable.
As the sun rose on June 24, the ceasefire regime took effect. Israel, initially, confirmed its agreement to adhere to the truce terms, while reserving the right to respond to any Iranian provocations. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, in turn, agreed to halt retaliatory strikes, providing Israel ceased its own attacks.
However, only a few hours into the truce, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz alleged a violation by Iran. He authorized the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to respond robustly to this attack. The Times of Israel reported alleged Iranian ballistic missile launches towards Israel shortly after the ceasefire announcement, but the ISNA agency refuted these claims.
Moving forward, the outcome of this ceasefire remains uncertain, yet both Israel and Iran claim victories. Israel boasts of significantly hampering Iran's nuclear program, while President Trump asserted Iran's enrichment activities were delayed "basically decades." However, confidential U.S. military intelligence suggests the actual setback may be limited to months rather than years or decades.
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War-and-conflicts continue to dominate general news, with the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Iran under constant scrutiny. Despite initial adherence to truce terms, allegations of violations have already emerged, indicating the fragility of the agreement. Politics, as always, plays a crucial role, with both sides claiming victories while the truth remains shrouded in ambiguity, awaiting further developments.
