As President Trump announces a cease-fire between Israel and Iran, tensions escalate with continued attacks from both sides. In an expletive-laden critique, Trump holds both nations accountable for the ongoing violence, while world leaders respond cautiously to the fragile truce.
Tensions Remain High as Trump Critiques Israel and Iran Post Cease-Fire Offer
Tensions Remain High as Trump Critiques Israel and Iran Post Cease-Fire Offer
President Trump expresses dissatisfaction with both Israel and Iran as fighting continues despite a cease-fire announcement, raising concerns over the fragile peace.
June 24, 2025, 10:15 a.m. ET
President Trump has voiced dissatisfaction with both Israel and Iran following reports of continued conflict despite a cease-fire announcement intended to halt a 12-day war. In fiery comments to journalists, Trump did not hold back, attributing blame to both adversaries for their failure to observe the peace agreement. He remarked, “I’m not happy with Israel” while emphasizing the chaotic state of affairs, stating, "they don’t know what the [expletive] they’re doing."
The cease-fire, announced late Monday night with the backing of Qatar's intervention, was intended to quell hostilities that erupted on June 13. However, just hours after the truce was announced, both nations exchanged missile strikes. According to the Israeli military, Iran launched missiles toward Israel after the cease-fire took effect, which prompted limited retaliatory strikes on targets near Tehran.
Iran’s military, on the other hand, denied such provocations, leading to a standoff characterized by sharp accusations from both fronts. Shortly before departing for a NATO summit in the Netherlands, Trump engaged in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, insisting on a swift cessation of military operations. In a stark social media statement, Trump warned, “IF YOU DO IT IS A MAJOR VIOLATION. BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME NOW.”
Amid the chaos, there are reports of substantial casualties on both sides, with Iran citing over 600 fatalities due to Israeli strikes, while the Israeli military confirms deaths in Northern cities due to Iranian missile fire. In the background, world leaders have expressed cautious optimism regarding the cease-fire, although fears linger concerning its sustainability, especially with recent reports of further missile fire and ensuing destruction.
Rescue teams in Beersheba continue to search through rubble for potential survivors after a missile strike that killed four people earlier this morning. As both sides maintain their positions, the fragile peace appears increasingly precarious, with Trump’s diplomatic victory hanging in the balance as tensions mount.
President Trump has voiced dissatisfaction with both Israel and Iran following reports of continued conflict despite a cease-fire announcement intended to halt a 12-day war. In fiery comments to journalists, Trump did not hold back, attributing blame to both adversaries for their failure to observe the peace agreement. He remarked, “I’m not happy with Israel” while emphasizing the chaotic state of affairs, stating, "they don’t know what the [expletive] they’re doing."
The cease-fire, announced late Monday night with the backing of Qatar's intervention, was intended to quell hostilities that erupted on June 13. However, just hours after the truce was announced, both nations exchanged missile strikes. According to the Israeli military, Iran launched missiles toward Israel after the cease-fire took effect, which prompted limited retaliatory strikes on targets near Tehran.
Iran’s military, on the other hand, denied such provocations, leading to a standoff characterized by sharp accusations from both fronts. Shortly before departing for a NATO summit in the Netherlands, Trump engaged in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, insisting on a swift cessation of military operations. In a stark social media statement, Trump warned, “IF YOU DO IT IS A MAJOR VIOLATION. BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME NOW.”
Amid the chaos, there are reports of substantial casualties on both sides, with Iran citing over 600 fatalities due to Israeli strikes, while the Israeli military confirms deaths in Northern cities due to Iranian missile fire. In the background, world leaders have expressed cautious optimism regarding the cease-fire, although fears linger concerning its sustainability, especially with recent reports of further missile fire and ensuing destruction.
Rescue teams in Beersheba continue to search through rubble for potential survivors after a missile strike that killed four people earlier this morning. As both sides maintain their positions, the fragile peace appears increasingly precarious, with Trump’s diplomatic victory hanging in the balance as tensions mount.
