Iran's military has announced a halt to its offensive operations following renewed exchanges of fire with Israel, while US President Donald Trump claimed both sides are seeking an immediate ceasefire and progressing towards a broader peace agreement.
Tehran: Iran's joint military command announced on Monday that it is suspending offensive operations after fresh hostilities erupted between Israel and Iran, marking the first direct exchange of fire since a ceasefire was brokered by the United States two months ago.
The announcement comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional conflict after tensions escalated with missile and military exchanges between the two countries.
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US President Donald Trump said both Israel and Iran are now seeking an immediate ceasefire and indicated that negotiations aimed at securing a broader peace agreement are ongoing.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said final talks on peace were progressing and expressed optimism that an agreement could be reached quickly. He also stated that existing restrictions and blockade measures would remain in place until a final deal is concluded.
The latest developments signal a possible diplomatic opening after days of heightened tensions. However, uncertainty remains over the durability of any ceasefire, as both sides continue to assess security concerns following the recent military exchanges.
The conflict between Israel and Iran has remained one of the most volatile flashpoints in West Asia, with regional and international powers closely monitoring efforts to prevent further escalation and secure a lasting political settlement.
Published: 08 Jun 2026, 05:33 pm IST
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