Fact Check: "Trump claims ceasefire between Israel and Iran, but Iran denies it."
What We Know
On June 24, 2025, President Donald Trump announced that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran was in effect, claiming that both nations wanted to stop the conflict. He stated, “Both Israel and Iran wanted to stop the War, equally!” and took credit for bringing an end to the fighting through U.S. military strikes (source-1). However, the situation was complicated by conflicting reports from both sides. Iran's military denied violating the ceasefire, while Israeli officials claimed that Iran had fired missiles after the ceasefire was announced, prompting Israeli retaliation (source-1).
Additionally, a U.S. intelligence report indicated that while the strikes had caused damage to Iran's nuclear program, they did not completely obliterate it, contradicting Trump's assertions (source-2). Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed a willingness to return to nuclear talks, suggesting that diplomatic channels remained open despite the ongoing tensions (source-1).
Analysis
The claim that Trump announced a ceasefire is accurate, as he publicly stated that a ceasefire was in effect. However, the assertion that Iran denied the ceasefire is somewhat misleading. While Iran's military did deny violating the ceasefire, they did not explicitly deny its existence. Instead, they presented a narrative that contradicted Israel's claims of missile attacks post-announcement (source-1).
The reliability of the sources reporting on this conflict varies. The New York Times and AP News are generally considered credible outlets, providing detailed accounts and context regarding the ceasefire and the military actions that followed (source-1, source-2). However, the situation is fluid, and statements from both Trump and Iranian officials may be influenced by political motivations, which could affect their reliability.
The conflicting narratives from both Israel and Iran highlight the complexities of the situation. Each side has a vested interest in portraying the ceasefire in a manner that supports their political and military objectives. This makes it challenging to ascertain the full truth of the matter.
Conclusion
The claim is Partially True. While Trump did announce a ceasefire and took credit for it, Iran's response was not a straightforward denial of the ceasefire itself but rather a rejection of the accusations regarding their military actions. The situation remains complex, with both sides presenting competing narratives that reflect their interests in the ongoing conflict.
