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Ceasefire in Shambles: Trump Explodes as Israel-Iran Truce Disintegrates Within Hours
What began as a confident declaration of peace quickly spiraled into chaos, as former President Donald Trump erupted in fury just hours after announcing a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
The agreement, which he had touted as a diplomatic triumph, unraveled almost instantly—prompting Trump to lash out at both nations in a profanity-laced rant.
“They don’t know what the f* they’re doing,”** Trump told reporters, visibly frustrated.
Trump’s Peace Deal Unravels at Record Speed
On June 23, Trump took to Truth Social to announce what he called a “Complete and Total CEASEFIRE” between Israel and Iran—a truce he claimed would halt all military action within six hours and mark the end of what he dubbed “THE 12 DAY WAR.”
“A war that could have lasted years is over in just 12 days,” he wrote, insisting that both nations had agreed to stop hostilities, starting with Iran initiating the ceasefire, and Israel following soon after.
For a moment, the announcement sparked cautious optimism. Trump painted the ceasefire as a major foreign policy win, even though no international observers had publicly verified the deal.
Fighting Erupts—Ceasefire Collapses Overnight
That optimism didn’t last long.
Within hours of the ceasefire’s supposed start, reports of renewed violence poured in. Explosions were reported in Tehran, with Iranian media accusing Israel of launching fresh airstrikes, including a confirmed hit on a radar facility near the Iranian capital.
Israeli military outlets echoed the escalation, reporting that defense forces had responded to what they described as “provocations,” shattering the delicate truce before it even began.
Trump Responds with Fury: “Do Not Drop Those Bombs”
As the situation deteriorated, Trump fired off a rapid series of Truth Social posts, attempting to salvage the agreement he had just brokered.
“All planes should turn around and return to base—give Iran a friendly wave on the way back,” he wrote in one message.
But moments later, in a more urgent tone, he addressed Israel directly:
“Israel, DO NOT drop those bombs. If you do, it’s a major violation. Bring your pilots home NOW!”
Despite his warnings, the strikes continued—rendering the ceasefire all but meaningless.
“I’m Not Happy with Israel” — Trump Blames Both Sides
Speaking to reporters before boarding a plane to a NATO summit in The Hague on June 24, Trump didn’t hold back his disappointment.
“They both broke the agreement, but Israel jumped the gun,” he said. “You can’t agree to a 12-hour ceasefire and then carpet bomb your enemy in hour one. That’s not how deals work.”
His tone toward Israel was unusually harsh, describing the scale of the bombing as “a load like I’ve never seen before.” He admitted Iran had also breached the terms, but made it clear that Israel’s preemptive aggression had triggered a rapid unraveling of trust.
“Now I’ve got to talk Israel down from the ledge,” he added grimly.
Diplomatic Chaos Looms
With tensions once again at a boiling point and diplomatic channels strained, Trump’s explosive commentary has further complicated an already volatile situation. His self-proclaimed role as peacemaker has taken a hit, as violence resumes and the international community scrambles to respond.
The failed ceasefire raises serious questions about the enforceability of informal agreements in high-stakes conflicts—and about Trump’s role in brokering such deals without formal backing.
Conclusion: A Ceasefire That Barely Lived
Donald Trump’s rapid shift from triumph to tirade highlights the unpredictable nature of modern diplomacy, especially in a region as fraught as the Middle East. What he hoped would be remembered as a signature achievement now risks being seen as an impulsive misfire.
With both sides returning to aggression and peace talks hanging by a thread, Trump’s outburst has injected fresh tension into an already combustible geopolitical crisis. The coming days are likely to bring more fallout—not just on the ground, but in diplomatic circles around the world.