The ceasefire declared by the US President is faltering, with Israel ordering “intense activity” in Tehran after accusing Iran of violating the truce. The rapid return to hostilities suggests a significant setback for diplomatic efforts.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated he had instructed the military to “continue the intense activity of attacking Tehran to thwart regime targets and terrorist infrastructures in Tehran,” citing Iran’s alleged violation and missile launches towards Israel. This came after air raid sirens in northern Israel reported an Iranian missile launch.
The US President had announced the ceasefire on social media, aiming to halt the conflict. While both sides had publicly accepted the truce, the immediate resumption of hostilities and strong rhetoric from Israeli officials indicate the deep-seated nature of the conflict.
The conflict had been marked by intense exchanges of fire, with Israel carrying out heavy airstrikes on Tehran and Iran launching 20 missiles into Israeli territory, causing casualties. The current situation suggests a perilous continuation of hostilities, despite attempts at de-escalation.