After Ceasefire Announced, Iran Launches Missile Attack On Israel; Kills 3 In Beersheba City

Sirens blared across northern and southern Israel following the launch of ballistic missiles from Iran. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) had issued an early warning to many areas in the country after detecting the attack. Defense officials reported that two missiles were launched from Iran and successfully intercepted during this initial barrage, according to local media reports.

As per a report, a missile strike by Iran has killed three people and left seven injured in Beersheba city. Many are feared trapped under the rubble of a collapsed building.

It comes after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which was expected to begin soon.

According to Trump, the ceasefire would be implemented over 24 hours. He stated on Truth Social, "CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now, when Israel and Iran have wound down and completed their in progress, final missions!), for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED! Officially, Iran will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 12th Hour, Israel will start the CEASEFIRE and, upon the 24th Hour, an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR will be saluted by the World."

Ceasefire Claims Disputed

Despite Trump's announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel on Monday, Tehran denied receiving any such proposal from the US. Iranian foreign minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi took to X to clarify that there was "no agreement as of now." He stated that if Israel ceased its aggression against Iran by 4 am Tehran time, they would not continue their response.

Meanwhile, Israel has remained silent about Trump's ceasefire claim and has not commented on its implementation. The situation remains tense as both nations navigate these developments.

Iranian Response

The Iranian Foreign Minister also praised their armed forces for their actions during the conflict. Araghchi expressed gratitude towards their military's efforts to defend Iran until the very last minute. He stated that military operations continued until 4 am as a response to Israeli aggression.

The missile attack on al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar by Iran occurred shortly before Trump's ceasefire announcement. Both Trump and Qatar confirmed that no injuries or casualties resulted from this attack.

The unfolding events highlight ongoing tensions despite attempts at diplomacy. As both nations assess their positions, regional stability remains uncertain.