Trump Announces Ceasefire Ending 12 Day War

President Donald Trump announced on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a phased 24-hour ceasefire, with Iran initiating a 12-hour pause in hostilities followed by Israel, marking the official end to the '12 Day War.' The ceasefire follows U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites and a retaliatory Iranian missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar, which resulted in no American casualties due to early warning from Iran. There has been no official confirmation from Israel or Iran regarding the ceasefire. U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance, expressed optimism and credited U.S. actions with damaging Iran's nuclear capabilities, although key facilities like Fordo were not destroyed as Iran reportedly moved equipment beforehand. Analysts note Iran's restrained response may reflect a desire to avoid further escalation, while skepticism remains over the ceasefire’s durability and the impact on Iran’s nuclear program. The situation continues to be monitored by U.S. authorities.