{"id":34486,"date":"2026-06-08T23:13:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T18:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.iq\/?p=34486"},"modified":"2026-06-08T23:13:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T18:13:18","slug":"israel-halts-strikes-iran-ceasefire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.iq\/en\/israel-halts-strikes-iran-ceasefire\/","title":{"rendered":"Israel Halts Strikes on Iran as Both Sides Signal Ceasefire Efforts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Israel halts strikes on Iran following days of heightened military exchanges, with officials confirming that the latest round of escalation has ended.<\/p>\n<p>The announcement came as Iranian authorities declared a suspension of military operations and US President Donald Trump said both countries are seeking an immediate ceasefire.<\/p>\n<h2>Israeli Officials Confirm End of Escalation Round<\/h2>\n<p>An Israeli official said that strikes on Iran had been stopped, describing the recent confrontation as concluded.<\/p>\n<p>According to the New York Times, citing Israeli military officials, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed the army to halt preparations for another potential attack on Iran.<\/p>\n<p>No further details were provided regarding any formal agreement or the duration of the suspension.<\/p>\n<h2>Iran Announces Suspension of Military Operations<\/h2>\n<p>Iran\u2019s Khatam al-Anbiya central headquarters announced it was halting operations against what it described as occupied territories.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, it said operations were suspended after delivering what it called a painful response in support of the Lebanese people.<\/p>\n<p>However, the statement warned that continued attacks on Lebanon, particularly in the south, would prompt harsher retaliation.<\/p>\n<h2>Trump: Both Sides Seeking Immediate Ceasefire<\/h2>\n<p>US President Donald Trump said Israel and Iran are working toward an immediate ceasefire.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that final negotiations for peace are ongoing, while cautioning that the process could face obstacles due to miscalculations or political missteps.<\/p>\n<p>Trump added that existing pressure measures would remain in place until a final agreement is reached, urging swift progress in the talks.<\/p>\n<h2>Fragile De-escalation<\/h2>\n<p>The parallel announcements from Israel and Iran indicate a temporary de-escalation after a period of intense exchanges.<\/p>\n<p>Key developments include:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Israeli confirmation of halted strikes.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Iranian declaration of suspended military operations.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; US statements supporting immediate ceasefire efforts.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Continued warnings of retaliation if hostilities resume.<\/p>\n<p>The sustainability of the pause will depend on developments on the ground and diplomatic progress in the coming days.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion:<\/h2>\n<p>The decision that Israel halts strikes on Iran marks a significant shift in the recent escalation cycle. 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