Trump announces “complete and total” Israel‑Iran ceasefire after Middle East escalation
After 12 days of escalating missile attacks, President Trump confirms a phased ceasefire between Israel and Iran, brokered with Qatar’s diplomatic support.
President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran had reached an agreement on a ceasefire following 12 days of intense rocket battles. He reported that the war would come to an end through gradual stages over the next 24 hours. The development brings an end to a military escalation that left the world stunned. Trump described the deal as a significant diplomatic win. Restoring stability in the Middle East is his stated priority.
A person close to the negotiation revealed that Trump asked Qatar to help bring Iran on board with the ceasefire, after the success of the U.S. in persuading Israel on board. The U.S. went to Qatar as a well-known regional partner. Regional cooperation was the diplomatic formula Trump relied on. The call to Qatar was a make-or-break moment in the process.
Trump, Qatar lead backchannel diplomacy as Iran agrees to ceasefire after 12-day conflict
Trump directly reached out to the Emir of Qatar and informed him that Israel was accepting a ceasefire. He invited Qatar to approach Iran. The last details were arranged subsequently by the Vice President Vance with the Prime Minister of Qatar. The top-level coordination occurred at a rapid pace, as the situation was critical. The U.S. and Qatar worked secretly in utmost detail. The diplomatic pipeline was activated at full speed.
In a Truth Social post, Trump declares the end of the 12-day war between Israel and Iran, calling the ceasefire a “historic success” and crediting “strong leadership and smart diplomacy.”. Photo: Donald Trump Truth Social account
According to the source, Qatar's pressure bore fruit after talks with its prime minister convinced Iran to sign. The ceasefire brought an end to nearly two weeks of fighting. The agreement was described as a high-level initiative by Trump, Vice President Vance, and Qatar leaders. Negotiations were low-key but results-oriented. The breakthrough prevented further escalation.
Qatar prioritizes diplomacy over retaliation as U.S.-backed ceasefire eases Israel-Iran tensions
Having been assaulted just hours prior, Qatar laid aside animosity and concentrated on regional security matters. Rather than exacting revenge, they prioritized peace and diplomacy over everything else. This action played a crucial role in dissuading Iran from pursuing the assault. Qatari and American officials were in close contact. Shared strategic interests overwhelmed any previous tensions.
The ceasefire is a turning point in Israeli-Iranian tensions. The rest of the world is watching anxiously how the 24-hour timeline for implementation goes. Whether or not both sides have yet complied, only time can tell. However, American and Qatari intervention was effective. Diplomacy—and not power—prevented wider regional war.
