Trump Criticizes Both Israel and Iran Over Ceasefire Breaches
Former U.S. President Donald Trump openly criticized Israel and Iran for ignoring aspects of the recent ceasefire agreement. Trump expressed frustration with Israel’s rapid military response following reports of Iranian missile activity, calling for both sides to exercise restraint amid heightened tensions.
Strong Messages Against Escalation
In a candid statement, Trump reinforced his longstanding stance on Iran’s nuclear aspirations, asserting firmly that "Iran will never rebuild its nuclear program." Speaking on the situation, he condemned Israel’s immediate airstrikes post-ceasefire, insisting, "These guys gotta calm down. Ridiculous. I didn’t like the fact that Israel unloaded right after we made the deal… That's not what we want…"
Taking to Truth Social, Trump delivered a blunt warning to Israel: "Do not drop those bombs. If you do it is a major violation. Bring your pilots home, now!" His remarks followed reports of Israeli airstrikes launched in response to a missile fired from Iran, reflecting clear disappointment with actions from both sides.
Unease Over Continued Hostilities
Addressing reporters, Trump voiced displeasure about the ongoing conflict dynamics, stating, "They’ve been fighting so long and so hard that they don’t know what the f*** they’re doing." He lamented Israel’s swift military reaction immediately after the ceasefire agreement, while also acknowledging Iran’s role in violating the terms.
When asked if the ceasefire was effectively broken, Trump responded cautiously, "I don’t think so." This nuanced take reflected his belief that despite the violations, a full collapse of the truce had not yet occurred.
Clarifying U.S. Position on Escalation
In another Truth Social post, Trump assured that "ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran," adding that all Israeli aircraft were ordered to turn back, performing a symbolic "Plane Wave" to avoid further hostilities. "Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect!" he emphasized.
Reiterating his critical view, Trump noted, "They (Iran) violated, but Israel violated it too. As soon as we made the deal, Israel came out and dropped a load of bombs... We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don’t know what the f*** they’re doing."
Context and Implications
Trump’s remarks arrive during a delicate phase in Middle East diplomacy, highlighting the fragile nature of ceasefire arrangements between longstanding adversaries. His warnings serve to urge caution to avoid further military escalations that could jeopardize regional stability.
- Ceasefire tension: Reports indicate Israel conducted airstrikes soon after the ceasefire took effect, violating the agreement.
- Iranian missile activity: A missile reportedly launched by Iran triggered retaliation from Israel, escalating concerns.
- U.S. diplomacy: Trump's dual criticism underscores the complexity of maintaining peace between two entrenched foes.
The situation remains fluid, with global eyes watching closely as leaders navigate this precarious balance.