Trump announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel beginning at 4 AM, claiming both nations had agreed to halt hostilities. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi responded conditionally, stating Iran would stop only if Israel ceased its aggression first. The supposed ceasefire immediately collapsed as both sides accused each other of violations.
When Israel prepared retaliatory strikes against Tehran, Trump intervened directly, publicly ordering Israeli pilots to return and avoid bombing Iran. By afternoon, Trump shifted to broader policy changes, announcing China could resume purchasing Iranian oil and stating he opposed regime change in Iran as it would create chaos.
Iranian media framed the events as forcing America and Israel into submission, organizing public rallies to celebrate what they called victory. The opposition reported military desertions among Revolutionary Guards and casualties from Israeli strikes, while five doctors were confirmed killed during the twelve-day conflict.