Donald Trump has called on Israel and Iran to immediately halt hostilities
June 8, 2026: US President Donald Trump has urged Israel and Iran to immediately cease hostilities, claiming that the two countries are on the verge of reaching a peace agreement. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called for an end to the exchange of fire and encouraged both sides to return to the negotiating table. His intervention comes amid reports that Washington has been working behind the scenes to prevent further escalation and keep diplomatic efforts on track.
According to reports, Trump recently spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Iran launched missile attacks on Israel on June 7. The US President reportedly urged restraint and warned that any fresh military action could derail ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Speaking to Fox News, Trump said Israel and Iran were “very close” to a deal and suggested that an agreement could be signed within the next few days. He also called on Tehran to resume negotiations and support efforts aimed at ending the conflict.
Trump further claimed that the Iranian missile strikes caused no major damage and expressed hope that Israel would avoid retaliatory action. He criticised Israeli strikes on Beirut on June 7, saying he was “not happy” with the attacks. According to reports, Trump advised Netanyahu to pause military operations because a potential breakthrough was within reach. He also indicated that any agreement reached between Washington and Tehran would ultimately require acceptance from the Israeli government.