U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel and Iran to stop attacks immediately on Monday to end their escalating conflict [1].
The intervention comes as the war reaches a critical juncture, with the U.S. attempting to prevent further civilian casualties and stabilize a volatile Middle East region [2].
Trump announced the plan through his Truth Social platform, calling for an immediate halt to hostilities. "I am telling both sides to stop shooting immediately," Trump said [3]. He said that the transition to peace would not be instantaneous, noting, "We have a complete and total ceasefire that will be phased in over the next 24 hours" [4].
The conflict has persisted for 101 days [5]. While some reports indicate that hostilities continued to cause civilian casualties despite the appeal [6], other sources report a shift in momentum. An Iranian military spokesperson said Iran has announced it will halt strikes on Israel following the president's call [7].
The phased approach aims to wind down operations over one day to ensure a sustainable pause [4]. This diplomatic push follows weeks of escalating strikes and counter-strikes that have drawn international concern over the potential for a broader regional war.
Despite the announcement, the situation remains fluid. Some reports suggest Iran has urged the U.S. president to ensure Israel also halts its military actions [8]. The effectiveness of the 24-hour window will depend on whether both nations adhere to the phased timeline outlined by the White House.
“"I am telling both sides to stop shooting immediately."”
This move represents a direct attempt by the U.S. executive branch to broker a rapid end to a three-month conflict. By proposing a phased 24-hour window rather than an instant stop, the administration is attempting to manage the tactical reality of military operations on the ground while applying diplomatic pressure to prevent the 101-day war from expanding further.
