US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump says Israel and Iran looking for an ‘immediate ceasefire’, insists deal is close
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. (Source: AP Photo)
US Israel Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump called on Iran and Israel to stop “shooting” in a post on Truth Social on Monday. Trump wrote, “Israel and Iran must immediately stop shooting.” The strikes mark the first time both countries have attacked each other’s territory since the ceasefire started two months ago.
‘Get back to the table’ : US President Donald Trump said the Iranian strikes would hurt efforts to end the conflict and urged Tehran to return to negotiations.
“This is certainly not going to help,” Trump told Fox News. “They have to get back to the table and make a deal.”
He also said Israel may have to accept any agreement reached by Washington with Iran. “I call all the shots,” Trump told The Financial Times, adding that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “won’t have any choice.” In a separate comment to Axios, Trump said he would advise Israel not to retaliate.
Latest developments
- The Israeli military said it intercepted multiple missiles launched from Iran, the first such attack since early April.
- Israeli officials signalled a “powerful” response is likely in the coming hours or days.
- Iran said further strikes would follow if Israeli operations in Lebanon continue.
- An Israeli strike hit Beirut on Sunday as fighting with Hezbollah intensified.
- Diplomatic efforts remain uncertain, with the US pushing for talks while tensions continue on the ground.
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