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Jerusalem, June 24, 2025 – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Iran, proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, after successfully achieving all objectives of its military operation, dubbed "Operation Rising Lion." The announcement came after a 12-day conflict that included significant Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets.
In a statement released on Israel’s official X handle following a cabinet meeting on Monday night (June 23, 2025), Netanyahu detailed the operation’s success, stating it had surpassed expectations. The meeting, attended by the Defense Minister and the head of Mossad, focused on the outcomes of the operation, which targeted Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities, described as a "dual threat" to Israel’s existence.
Key achievements highlighted include:
- Complete control over Tehran’s airspace by the Israeli military.
- Significant losses inflicted on Iran’s military leadership, described as irreparable.
- Elimination of several key Iranian government officials.
- Neutralization of Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile threats.
The statement expressed gratitude to President Trump and the United States for their defensive support and role in eliminating Iran’s nuclear threat. Israel emphasized its readiness to respond “with full force” to any violation of the ceasefire, underscoring the fragility of the truce.
The ceasefire, brokered by Trump and Qatar, marks Israel’s first official acknowledgment of the agreement. It follows intense military action, including U.S. strikes on Iran’s Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities, and Israeli attacks on government targets, such as Tehran’s Evin Prison. The operation’s success has bolstered Netanyahu’s political standing domestically, with analysts suggesting it may allow greater flexibility in ongoing Gaza truce negotiations.
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