Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘Over’ after US strikes
US President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire with Iran is effectively "over" following fresh American military strikes, marking a sharp escalation in tensions despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict permanently. The announcement came as Trump attended the NATO Summit in Ankara, where he signalled a tougher stance against Tehran.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said the interim agreement aimed at ending hostilities with Iran was no longer in effect. While ruling out the continuation of the ceasefire, he indicated that diplomatic negotiations could still proceed if Iran was willing to engage. However, he expressed little optimism about the prospects of meaningful talks with Tehran.
The latest development follows a fresh wave of US military strikes on Iranian military infrastructure in response to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by launching missile attacks targeting US military facilities in the Gulf region, further escalating the conflict and raising fears of a broader regional war.
Trump's remarks come at a sensitive moment as Iran concludes funeral ceremonies for its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Diplomatic efforts that were expected to resume after the funeral have now been thrown into uncertainty following the renewed military exchanges.
The collapse of the ceasefire has also cast a shadow over the NATO Summit, where European leaders are attempting to maintain unity amid growing concerns over instability in the Middle East. The renewed conflict has heightened fears over the security of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes, pushing energy markets into renewed uncertainty.
