Ceasefire between Israel and Iran breaks down

A peace deal announced by US President Donald Trump between Israel and Iran quickly fell apart on June 24, 2025. Just hours after the truce began, Israel claimed Iran fired a missile into its territory, breaking the agreement. Iran denied the accusation, saying no missiles were launched. This led to rising tensions, with Israel vowing to strike back strongly.

The ceasefire was meant to end a 12-day conflict that caused significant damage in the region. Trump had praised the deal as a step toward lasting peace, but the reported violation has put it in jeopardy. Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, ordered “intense strikes” on Tehran, Iran’s capital, in response to what he called Iran’s clear violation. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, insisted there was no formal ceasefire agreement in place.

Both sides continued to exchange accusations, with reports of overnight bombings despite the truce. The fragile peace has left the region on edge, with fears of more fighting. Oil prices dropped as news of the ceasefire initially spread, but the reported breach has raised concerns about future supply disruptions. The situation remains uncertain as the world watches to see if the truce can be saved or if the conflict will escalate again.