Trump demands immediate ceasefire from Israel and Iran, reveals negotiations for a final agreement

US President Donald Trump, on Monday, called on both Israel and Iran for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, indicating in a post on his 'Truth Social' platform that both parties are already looking for a way out to de-escalate. Trump affirmed that the diplomatic path has not stopped, as intensive negotiations are underway to reach a final peace agreement, while emphasizing that the imposed blockade will remain in place as a pressure tool until the agreement is finalized.

Trump's call comes at a time when the region is witnessing an unprecedented military escalation, with Tehran and Tel Aviv exchanging missile attacks since the early hours of dawn. Sources reported that this escalation occurred despite a direct request from Trump to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from launching additional attacks and to allow an opportunity for the ongoing political efforts behind the scenes.

On the ground, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced the execution of missile strikes targeting vital centers within Israel, including the strategic 'Nevatim' and 'Tel Nof' airbases. The Iranian side clarified that these barrages came in response to Israel's targeting of radar sites in three Iranian regions, in addition to the raid that targeted the southern suburb of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, on Sunday evening.

In contrast, Israeli fighter jets launched a series of raids targeting military sites in central, northern, and southwestern Iran, hitting a massive petrochemical complex. An Israeli military official stated that the army has multiple options to deal with Iranian threats, affirming readiness to continue military operations 'whatever it takes' and once political instructions are issued.

Regarding political moves, reports revealed that Trump held a phone call with Netanyahu, described as calm, in which he urged him to exercise caution and not to be drawn into a wide regional confrontation. Accordingly, Netanyahu held urgent security consultations with the small ministerial council 'the Cabinet' early today to discuss American proposals and international mediations led by regional parties.

Media sources quoted Iran's Tasnim news agency warning from a high-ranking military source, who confirmed that Tehran is prepared for a long-term conflict if Israeli escalation continues. The source warned that American interests in the region would not be safe from targeting if Washington directly engaged in supporting offensive operations against Iranian territory.

Inside Israel, shrapnel and missiles fell in various areas including 'Beit Shemesh' west of Jerusalem and the city of Beersheba in the Negev, in addition to the vicinity of the 'Itamar' settlement north of the West Bank. These barrages caused a widespread state of security alert, amidst warnings from the Home Front Command to settlers to remain near shelters as tensions continue.

Diplomatic data indicates active mediations led by Pakistan and Qatar to bridge viewpoints and prevent the situation from fully exploding. Circles within the American administration anticipate the possibility of reaching an initial draft agreement between Tehran and Washington in the coming days, which explains Trump's intense pressure on the Netanyahu government to commit to a temporary calm.

Observers believe that Netanyahu faces dual pressures, as his political survival is linked to the continuation of military operations to avoid internal legal prosecutions, while clashing with Trump's desire to quickly resolve the Iranian issue. Trump had previously stated in interviews with international media that he has the absolute decision-making power in drafting any future agreement with Iran, which puts the Israeli government in difficult choices.

In conclusion, the scene in the region remains suspended between the muzzles of cannons and negotiation tables, as the world awaits the results of the coming hours to determine the fate of de-escalation. With Tehran's insistence on responding to the targeting of its radars, and Tel Aviv's adherence to the right to respond to missile barrages, Trump's call for a ceasefire remains the true test of Washington's influence over its allies and adversaries alike.

Israel and Iran must cease fire immediately, peace negotiations are ongoing, and the blockade will remain in place until a final agreement is reached.