Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire, but Key Questions Remain
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President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran has raised hopes for de-escalation after days of intense airstrikes. But major uncertainties linger—including whether the truce will hold and what concessions were made to secure it. A Fragile Truce Just days after U.S. bombers targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities, Trump declared a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE" between the two longtime adversaries. However, the agreement’s durability remains in doubt. Within hours, Trump accused both Israel and Iran of violating the ceasefire, underscoring the fragility of the deal. Key details—such as the terms of the agreement, whether nuclear talks will resume, and the status of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile—remain unclear. Analysts suggest Iran may have sought an "off-ramp" after sustained Israeli strikes, while Israel may have achieved its immediate military objectives. Diplomatic Challenges Ahead The path to this ceasefire was ...