Fact Check: Trump's Ceasefire Plan Includes Two 12-Hour Periods for Israel and Iran
What We Know
Recently, President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, claiming that it would involve two 12-hour periods. According to reports, Trump stated that the ceasefire would begin with Iran and then be followed by Israel, effectively creating a staggered ceasefire that would last a total of 24 hours before the conflict would be considered officially over (AP News, Fox News).
The ceasefire announcement followed a period of intense military engagement, referred to by Trump as the "12-day war," during which both nations engaged in significant military operations against each other. Reports indicate that Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed that Iran would cease its attacks if Israel did the same, although the specifics of the agreement were still unclear (NPR, New York Times).
Analysis
The claim that Trump's ceasefire plan includes two 12-hour periods is supported by multiple sources. The AP News article explicitly mentions that the ceasefire would start with Iran, followed by Israel 12 hours later. This staggered approach aligns with Trump's statements on social media, where he emphasized the need for both nations to adhere to the ceasefire to avoid further escalation (Fox News, ABC News).
However, the reliability of these claims can be questioned due to the chaotic nature of the situation and the lack of formal confirmation from both Israel and Iran regarding the specifics of the ceasefire. For instance, Iran's Foreign Minister stated that there was no formal agreement on a ceasefire, which raises doubts about the actual implementation of Trump's plan (AP News).
Additionally, the context of Trump's announcement—coming after a series of U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets—suggests that his statements may be influenced by political motivations rather than a clear diplomatic resolution (NPR, New York Times).
Conclusion
The claim that Trump's ceasefire plan includes two 12-hour periods for Israel and Iran is Partially True. While there is evidence from multiple sources indicating that Trump proposed a staggered ceasefire involving two 12-hour periods, the lack of formal agreement from both parties and the chaotic context of the announcement cast doubt on the feasibility and acceptance of this plan. The situation remains fluid, and the actual implementation of the ceasefire is still uncertain.
Sources
- What to Know About the Cease-Fire Between Israel and Iran
- Trump says Israel-Iran ceasefire 'in effect' after lashing out
- Trump says Iran and Israel have agreed to ceasefire
- Ceasefire between Israel and Iran agreed after 12-day conflict, Trump ...
- Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire to bring end to '12 DAY WAR ...
