Iran has officially announced the cessation of its military strikes against Israel, according to reports citing the Iranian Fars news agency and Ynet. The Operative Information Center-OMM reported that while the current phase of operations has concluded, Tehran has issued a stern warning regarding future escalations.
"The Iranian Armed Forces have declared a halt to military operations against Israel," the statement noted. However, Tehran emphasized that should the Israeli military continue its ongoing operations against the Hezbollah group in Lebanon, Iran is prepared to launch a significantly harsher retaliatory strike.
The recent exchange of fire began on the night of June 7-8, when Iran launched missile strikes against Israel. Tehran justified the action as a response to the Israel Defense Forces' (IDF) ongoing operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. In retaliation, the Israeli military targeted several military facilities across central and western Iran. Amidst the heightened regional tensions, US President Donald Trump has urged both Iran and Israel to exercise restraint to prevent further destabilization in the Middle East.
This development occurs against the backdrop of long-standing regional instability, where the conflict between Israel and Iran-backed proxies, such as Hezbollah, frequently threatens to escalate into a broader regional war. The international community remains closely focused on the situation, as diplomatic efforts continue to seek de-escalation between the two nations.
