Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:02am on 24 Jun 2025,Tuesday International
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has hinted at a possible ceasefire with Israel after days of fighting. “Military operations continued until the very last minute, at 4 am,” he said, thanking Iran’s armed forces for their efforts. He added that Iran would stop attacks if Israel halted its airstrikes by 4 am Tehran time. Earlier, he said, “As of now, there is NO agreement on any ceasefire.” US President Donald Trump announced a 24-hour phased ceasefire, calling it a “complete and total” truce. He said Iran would stop first, followed by Israel. Israel has not yet confirmed the agreement. (PC: AP)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:52am on 24 Jun 2025,Tuesday International
Iran has signalled a possible truce with Israel after 12 days of war. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran will stop attacks if Israel ends its airstrikes by 4 am Tehran time. US President Donald Trump earlier announced a “complete and total ceasefire,” calling it a 24-hour phased plan. Iran would stop first, and Israel would follow 12 hours later. The US praised the move, calling it a “historic ceasefire.” Iran had also launched a missile strike on a US base in Qatar in response to US attacks on its nuclear sites. Trump said no Americans were hurt in the attack. (PC: Reuters)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:44am on 24 Jun 2025,Tuesday International
Explosions were heard at Camp Taji, a military base near Baghdad, just minutes after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. An Iraqi military official said an unidentified drone struck the base, damaging a radar system. No one was hurt. Videos on social media showed the base on fire. Some posts said radar and missile systems were hit. Trump earlier said both Israel and Iran agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” over the next 12 hours. He called it the end of the “12-day war.” Neither Israel nor Iran has officially confirmed the truce. (PC: AFP)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:38am on 24 Jun 2025,Tuesday International
Iran has denied agreeing to a ceasefire with Israel, shortly after US President Donald Trump announced a truce. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, “As of now, there is NO agreement on any ceasefire or cessation of military operations.” He added Iran may stop its attacks if Israel ends airstrikes by 4 am Tehran time. “We have no intention to continue our response afterwards,” he said. Trump claimed a 24-hour phased ceasefire would begin at midnight Eastern Time. The statement came after Iran launched missiles at a US base in Qatar. Qatar condemned the strike and said most missiles were intercepted. (PC: AP)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:34pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
US President Donald Trump said Israel and Iran have agreed to a "complete and total ceasefire," ending their 12-day war. "Congratulations to everyone!" he posted on social media. The ceasefire will begin in six hours. Iran will stop first, and Israel will follow 12 hours later. The war will officially end after 24 hours. Trump praised both nations for their "stamina, courage, and intelligence." He added, "This is a war that could have gone on for years, and destroyed the entire Middle East, but it didn’t, and never will!" The news may impact global markets, especially oil and gold prices. (PC: India Today)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:30pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
Qatar closed its airspace on Monday after the US and UK told their citizens to stay indoors due to rising tensions in the region. The US embassy warned Americans in Qatar to shelter in place. The UK issued a similar alert. The move follows US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and threats of retaliation. Qatar’s government said the airspace closure is to protect residents and travellers. It added that there is no specific threat and the country remains safe. Flights were diverted, and Doha’s busy airport was affected. Qatar hosts the US Al Udeid base and CENTCOM’s air operations centre.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:17pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
Bahrain has suspended all air traffic temporarily after Iran launched missiles at a US base in Qatar. The decision was made as a safety step due to rising tensions in the region. Bahrain’s Civil Aviation Authority said the move was a precaution after recent events. The airstrike was Iran’s response to US attacks on its nuclear sites. Data from FlightRadar24 showed planes heading toward Bahrain before the airspace was closed. The situation in the Gulf remains tense as more countries prepare for possible fallout from the Iran-US conflict. Flights are expected to resume once safety is confirmed. (PC: lightradar24.com)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:11pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
Iran launched missiles at the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar on Monday in response to US airstrikes on its nuclear sites. According to reports, Iran told Qatar in advance to avoid escalation. It also warned the US through diplomatic channels. Iran said the number of missiles matched the US bombs dropped on Iranian targets. Explosions were heard across Doha. Qatar condemned the attack but said its airspace is now safe. Iran said it targeted bases away from civilian areas and wanted to send a strong message. Another US base in Iraq, Ain al-Assad, was also struck. (PC: X)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:15pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
Iran fired six missiles at US military bases in Qatar on Monday in its first direct strike after the US bombed Iranian nuclear sites. The attack marked the launch of Iran’s new military operation, Besharat Fatah. Loud blasts were heard across Doha, causing panic. Qatar quickly closed its airspace, and embassies told people to stay indoors. The US base at Al Udeid, the largest in the region, may have been targeted. There are no confirmed reports of damage or casualties yet. The strike signals a dangerous escalation, with rising fears of a full-blown conflict in the Middle East. (PC: AFP)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:11pm on 23 Jun 2025,Monday International
The US B-2 bomber flew for 37 hours non-stop to strike Iran’s nuclear sites in “Operation Midnight Hammer.” The mission was one of the longest in B-2 history. The stealth jet took off from Missouri and was refuelled in the air several times. It has beds, toilets, snacks, and a microwave, making it feel like a flying hotel. Each bomber had two pilots, with a third sometimes on standby. The B-2 dropped 14 bunker-buster bombs, hitting targets at Fordow and other sites. This was the first time the GBU-57 bomb was used in combat. The B-2 will soon be replaced by the B-21. (PC: @StevesSimStation/Youtube.com and AFP)