Trump says ceasefire still in place after US and Iran exchange fire
US forces struck Iranian military facilities in retaliation for attacks on US warships in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran claimed civilian areas were hit. President Donald Trump insisted a ceasefire remains in effect but warned of harsher actions if Iran does not agree to a US proposal for a 30-day negotiating period, as regional tensions escalate with fresh attacks on the UAE and Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
US President Donald Trump confirmed a ceasefire with Iran remains in effect despite overnight strikes, dismissing the US military’s retaliation as a ‘love tap.’ The US targeted Iranian military facilities linked to attacks on its warships in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported using anti-ship missiles and drones against US naval vessels. Trump reiterated that the ceasefire holds but threatened ‘a lot more violent’ strikes if Iran rejects a US proposal for a 30-day negotiating period to end hostilities. Iran has not yet finalized its response to the US offer, though Iranian media reported officials are reviewing ‘messages’ from the White House. Regional tensions surged as the United Arab Emirates warned of incoming Iranian missiles, urging citizens to stay calm, while Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed at least 12 people, according to the Lebanese health ministry. The conflict has also disrupted maritime operations, with Pakistani and Iranian seafarers on seized US vessels set for repatriation after being held near Singapore. Global oil prices rose slightly by 0.2% to $100.3 per barrel, reflecting limited market panic despite earlier volatility. The limited increase suggests traders remain confident the ceasefire will endure. Meanwhile, the UAE’s defense ministry accused Iran of framing Abu Dhabi as partly responsible for escalating violence, as Iranian state media amplified claims targeting the Gulf nation. The US military’s strikes followed Iran’s attacks on US warships in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps confirmed the use of anti-ship ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as loitering drones, in the assault. Trump’s warnings came after he told ABC News the ceasefire was ‘going’ but emphasized that Iran must engage in negotiations to avoid further confrontation. With regional allies like the UAE and Lebanon already experiencing fallout, the situation remains fragile. The US proposal for a 30-day negotiating period hinges on Iran’s willingness to halt hostilities and enter talks, though Tehran’s response remains uncertain. The broader conflict has drawn global attention, particularly over its potential impact on oil markets and maritime security.
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