President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with both Israel and Iran for their actions post-cease-fire announcement, emphasizing the fragility of the truce agreed upon after 12 days of conflict marked by military strikes and retaliations.
Trump Criticizes Israel and Iran Amid Cease-Fire Tensions
Trump Criticizes Israel and Iran Amid Cease-Fire Tensions
President Trump's recent remarks highlight the fragile cease-fire between Israel and Iran, as escalation continues to threaten the agreement's stability.
June 24, 2025, 9:43 a.m. ET – Amid ongoing military tensions, President Trump criticized both Israel and Iran for their actions following the announcement of a cease-fire meant to halt 12 days of intense conflict. Expressing his frustration during a press encounter, Trump used strong language to describe Israel's actions, stating he was "not happy" with their military response—specifically accusing Israel of launching a barrage of airstrikes immediately after the cease-fire was established.
Israeli leaders accused Iran of violating the cease-fire, asserting that missile strikes were executed by Iran even as the truce took effect, while Iranian officials denied such accusations. The Israeli military confirmed a limited retaliation, implying that both sides were keen on maintaining the cease-fire, though Trump remarked that both nations seemed not to understand the weight of their actions, hinting they were unsure of their military strategies.
Reports suggest that diplomatic interventions from Qatar were instrumental in achieving the cease-fire. Trump's communications with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured that military operations would be curtailed in favor of de-escalation. Although sentiment from world leaders remained cautiously optimistic, concern loomed over the stability of the cease-fire amid ongoing military exchanges between the two nations.
While stocks in Asian markets surged following the cease-fire announcement, traders expressed relief, recognizing the potential ramifications for energy markets contingent upon a lasting agreement. However, the resurrection of hostilities in the hours following the announcement casts doubt on the truce's endurance as both sides maintain aggressive postures amidst a turbulent Middle East landscape.
Israeli leaders accused Iran of violating the cease-fire, asserting that missile strikes were executed by Iran even as the truce took effect, while Iranian officials denied such accusations. The Israeli military confirmed a limited retaliation, implying that both sides were keen on maintaining the cease-fire, though Trump remarked that both nations seemed not to understand the weight of their actions, hinting they were unsure of their military strategies.
Reports suggest that diplomatic interventions from Qatar were instrumental in achieving the cease-fire. Trump's communications with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured that military operations would be curtailed in favor of de-escalation. Although sentiment from world leaders remained cautiously optimistic, concern loomed over the stability of the cease-fire amid ongoing military exchanges between the two nations.
While stocks in Asian markets surged following the cease-fire announcement, traders expressed relief, recognizing the potential ramifications for energy markets contingent upon a lasting agreement. However, the resurrection of hostilities in the hours following the announcement casts doubt on the truce's endurance as both sides maintain aggressive postures amidst a turbulent Middle East landscape.
