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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-06-23 at 23:03
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1. Iran Faces Explosions Amid Stalled Ceasefire Tensions
2. Trump Claims Iran-Israel Ceasefire as Region Holds Breath
3. Iran and US Warn of Renewed Conflict Risks
The time is now 07:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At seven in the evening, the situation in the Middle East remains highly volatile amid ongoing military operations and diplomatic developments. Reports indicate that despite recent claims of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, tensions persist at multiple levels.
Israeli sources have not confirmed an official cessation of hostilities, even as the Israeli cabinet convenes for an emergency night session amid widespread speculation about a possible deal. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran have agreed to a staggered ceasefire, with the truce set to take effect in approximately six hours, at seven in the morning Israel time. He described the agreement as a demonstration of resilience and diplomatic skill that prevented a broader regional conflict, though some analysts remain skeptical about the long-term implications.
In Iran, reports from state-affiliated media speak of significant explosions and disturbances near Tehran, specifically in the regions of Karaj and Ebrahim Khomeini Prison. Iranian officials deny any such escalation and attribute the incidents to external actions, with some Iranian voices suggesting that the recent strikes are solely the decision of former US President Donald Trump and not sanctioned by the current regime. Iran’s stance remains firm, with a senior official asserting there is no justification for a ceasefire, emphasizing continued resistance.
The military front remains active, with multiple reports of airspace violations and missile threats. In northern Israel, sirens sounded following the detection of an attack drone, and in the Golan Heights, alerts warned residents of suspected infiltration by hostile aircraft. Additionally, Iranian forces and bases, including those associated with the Revolutionary Guards in Hajiabad and Ahvaz, have reportedly been targeted in successive strikes, with reports of heavy explosions in western and eastern Tehran.
Internationally, the United States continues its aggressive posture, with President Trump emphasizing that any future Iranian pursuit of nuclear weapons would lead to renewed US military action. A senior US official reaffirmed that Iran's current promises to disarm are not credible, hinting at the possibility of further conflict if Iran seeks to develop nuclear capability. The US has conducted targeted strikes on Iranian military sites, including the destruction of key facilities, and has warned Iran against threatening global oil routes, such as the Strait of Hormuz.
Amid these developments, the US is also engaged diplomatically. President Trump announced that Israel and Iran have reached an agreement on a comprehensive ceasefire, which is expected to be implemented in staggered phases over the next 24 hours. The US leadership views this as a potential opening for a renewed peace process, though the situation on the ground suggests that hostilities could flare again at any moment.
In Iran, nationalist sentiments and internal opposition continue to simmer, with some officials and commentators warning against premature celebrations or assumptions of stability. The region remains on edge, with military and diplomatic signals indicating that the conflict could reignite at any time.
This is the current state of affairs in a region where peace remains fragile, and the next hours could prove decisive in shaping the trajectory of this tense confrontation.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
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