Live: Day 12. Ceasefire Under Smoke and Rockets
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“Iranian Missiles Have Completely Destroyed Decades of Research – We Will Have to Start From Scratch”
WANA (Jun 24) – Israeli Newspaper Quoted Weizmann Institute Head saying Iranian missile strikes have obliterated scientific research built over decades, forcing Israeli researchers to restart their efforts from the ground up.
Iranians Rally in Support of “Besharat al-Fath” Operation
WANA (Jun 24) – People across various cities in Iran held rallies in support of the “Besharat al-Fath” operation, which targeted a U.S. military base in Qatar.
The attack was described as a retaliatory response to the U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites.
During the gatherings, demonstrators expressed their appreciation for Iran’s armed forces and chanted slogans such as “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.”
People attend a gathering to support Iran’s Armed Forces following the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, in Tehran, Iran, June 24, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
European Spy Arrested in Hormozgan
WANA (Jun 24) – A European national has been arrested in the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan for alleged espionage activities near sensitive military and strategic sites, Iranian authorities announced on Monday.
China Voices Support for Iran’s Sovereignty and Calls for Ceasefire
WANA (Jun 24) – China has reiterated its support for the sovereignty, independence, and national security of the Islamic Republic of Iran. In a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed Beijing’s concern over escalating tensions in West Asia and emphasized the urgent need for a genuine ceasefire.
According to a statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Wang Yi underscored China’s principled stance on international affairs, reaffirming that Beijing supports Iran’s right to safeguard its territorial integrity and national interests. He also called on all parties involved in the regional conflicts to exercise restraint and work toward ending ongoing humanitarian crises.
“China supports a real and lasting ceasefire in the region to de-escalate tensions and return to the path of dialogue and peace,” Wang stated, adding that his country is open to all initiatives aimed at reducing conflict and preventing further escalation in West Asia.
Phone Conversation Between the Foreign Ministers of Iran and China. Social media/WANA News Agency
Casualty Report from 12 Days of Israeli Aggression Against Iran
WANA (Jun 24) – According to official data, the toll from 12 days of Israeli military attacks on Iran has reached the following (as of 12:00 PM, June 24):
- Total casualties (killed & injured): 5,356
- Total injured: 4,746
- Currently hospitalized: 971
- Treated & discharged: 3,436
- Treated on-site: 255
- Total killed: 610
- Total surgeries performed: 687
Healthcare Impact:
- Medical personnel injured/killed: 25 (Injured: 20 | Killed: 5)
- Damaged ambulances: 9
- Hospitals hit: 7
- Damaged health centers: 4
- Damaged emergency bases: 6
- Injured women: 185
- Injured under age 20: 65 (youngest: 3 years old)
- Female fatalities: 49 (including 2 pregnant women in Tehran and Isfahan)
- Child fatalities: 13 (youngest: 2 months old)
Iranian President to Emir of Qatar: Iran Will Defend Its Legitimate Rights
WANA (Jun 24) – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a message of sympathy to the Qatari leadership and people, stated: “The Zionist regime and its backers must understand that Iran is not Gaza, Lebanon, or Syria. The Iranian people will stand firm and defend their legitimate rights.”
He assured Qatar that Iran’s recent missile strike was a direct response to U.S. involvement in Israeli military aggression, not a move against Qatar.
Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani replied: “The U.S. base in Qatar has not and will not be used for action against Iran. Qatar will prevent any such use against its brotherly neighbor.”
Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani phone call with Iran’s President Pezeshkian. Social media/WANA News Agency
Pezeshkian to Sultan of Oman: U.S. and Israeli Plots Will Fail
WANA (Jun 24) – In a phone call with the Sultan of Oman, President Pezeshkian emphasized: “Together, we can build a region of progress, peace, and stability.”
He said the U.S.’s direct role in the Israeli military assault compelled Iran to respond. “Iran will never compromise on its rightful claims.”
Sultan of Oman affirmed: “We know well that Iran had no intention to attack Qatar. Oman and other regional brothers support Iran’s efforts to uphold the rights of its people.”
Sultan of Oman phone call with Iran’s President Pezeshkian. Social media/WANA News Agency
Israeli Regime Violates Ceasefire
WANA (Jun 24) – News sources report sounds of explosions in Babolsar, Babol, and several other locations in Iran, indicating that the Israeli regime has violated the ceasefire agreement.
Israeli strike in a Northern city of Iran. Social media/WANA News Agency
Doctor Killed in Israeli Attack on Evin Medical Facility
WANA (Jun 24) – Seyed Davood Shirvani Boroujeni, a doctor from Boroujen, lost his life in yesterday’s Israeli attack on the Evin Prison medical facility.
Commander of Basij Intelligence Protection Killed
WANA (Jun 24) – Public Relations of the Lorestan IRGC announced that yesterday afternoon, the Israeli regime targeted several locations in Tehran with missile strikes.
One of these attacks led to the death of Brigadier General Mohammad-Taqi Yusefvand, Commander of Basij Intelligence Protection.
Deputy Head of FARAJA Intelligence Organization Killed
WANA (Jun 24) – Brigadier General Alireza Lotfi, Deputy Head of the FARAJA Intelligence Organization, was killed in the Israeli regime’s attack.
Israel Attacks Hospitals in Iran
WANA (Jun 24) – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Health and Nursing announced that the Israeli regime has targeted five hospitals in the country, with two of these attacks occurring last night.
IRGC: Final Missile Strike Before Ceasefire Delivered Historic Blow to Israel
WANA (Jun 24) – The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that the 22nd wave of Operation True Promise 3 dealt a “historic and unforgettable lesson” to the “Zionist regime.”
This came in retaliation to a brutal attack by the Israeli military last night, which resulted in the martyrdom of several Iranian civilians. The IRGC stated that the enemy, overwhelmed by Iran’s resistance, had desperately sought a ceasefire through its American allies.
Just minutes before the imposed ceasefire took effect, the IRGC launched 14 missiles targeting Israeli military and logistical sites across the occupied territories.
The statement emphasized that, as previously promised, it was the Iranian armed forces who dictated the terms of engagement — and continue to monitor enemy movements with vigilance.
A group of Iranians celebrate following Iran’s attack on U.S. military base in Qatar, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, in Tehran, Iran, June 23, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
Iran, UAE FMs Discuss Regional Tensions, Call for Unity
WANA (Jun 24) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call to discuss the latest regional developments following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Araghchi emphasized the need for regional cooperation to safeguard security and stability, warning that U.S. and Israeli aggression must not lead to division among neighboring states. He reiterated Iran’s commitment to good neighborly relations, especially with Gulf countries, and praised regional nations for condemning the recent attacks.
The UAE Foreign Minister also highlighted the importance of joint efforts among regional states to maintain long-term peace and security.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan phone call with Iran’s FM. Social media/ WANA News Agency
Iran’s Top Military Commander Sends Heartfelt Message to the Nation
WANA (Jun 24) – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, issued an emotional message to the Iranian people, expressing deep love and unwavering dedication to the nation.
“As an Iranian soldier, even if I were to be killed a thousand times for this nation and its beliefs, I would still wish to come back to life out of love for these people, to fight their enemies and be martyred again,” he declared.
Concluding his message, Bagheri added: “I love you from the bottom of my heart, people of Iran.”
Israel’s Renewed Aggression Against Iranian Territory
WANA (Jun 24) – The spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced: “The Zionist aggressor regime launched attacks on targets inside the Islamic Republic of Iran in three separate waves up to 9 a.m. today (Tuesday).”
“The Armed Forces had previously stated that no act of aggression would go unanswered, and this regime will pay a heavy price.”
This comes despite a ceasefire having been declared at 7:30 a.m. this morning.
Grossi Welcomes Ceasefire Implementation
WANA (Jun 24) – Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, reacted to the announced ceasefire between Iran and Israel in a post on X, expressing his support. Grossi stated he welcomes the developments related to Iran, following the implementation of the ceasefire agreement.
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council: Enemy Forced to Halt Unilaterally
WANA (Jun 24) – Iran’s Supreme National Security Council issued a statement declaring that the country’s armed forces responded decisively to Israeli aggression, striking targets including the U.S. Al-Udeid base and Israeli-occupied territories.
The statement credits national unity and military resilience for breaking the enemy’s strategy and imposing a unilateral halt to hostilities. It adds that Iran’s forces remain on full alert and ready to respond forcefully to any further aggression.
Tel Aviv Accepts Ceasefire Proposal
WANA (Jun 24) – The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office announced that the cabinet has agreed to a U.S.-brokered bilateral ceasefire proposal. According to the statement, Israel claims it has achieved all its objectives in its operation against Iran, asserting that it has neutralized what it calls a “dual and immediate existential threat” from Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
This comes despite Israeli acknowledgment that at least eight of its personnel were killed in today’s Iranian missile strikes.
Iran Denies Missile Launch After Ceasefire
WANA (Jun 24) – Iran’s state media has denied reports of missile fire toward Israeli-occupied territories following the recent ceasefire, calling the claims false.
Eslami: No Disruption Planned in Iran’s Nuclear Industry
WANA (Jun 24) – Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), stated that necessary measures have been taken to prevent any disruption in the country’s nuclear industry, despite recent damages.
“We have made all necessary arrangements and are currently assessing the affected areas,” Eslami said, emphasizing that contingency plans for recovery had already been put in place.
“Our strategy is to ensure that no interruption occurs in production and service operations,” he added.
Scale of Destruction in Iran’s Capital
WANA (Jun 24) – Alireza Mo’tamadian, the Governor of Tehran, has revealed the extent of damage caused by the recent missile strikes on the capital.
He stated that a new emergency management plan was activated across the province at the onset of the attacks, with measures implemented in key sectors including markets, construction, and fuel supply.
“The majority of the strikes occurred in Tehran city and province, with residential areas being the primary targets,” he emphasized. According to Mo’tamadian, over 120 homes have been completely destroyed, while more than 500 others have sustained serious damage.
A building stands damaged in the aftermath of Israeli strikes, in Tehran, Iran, June 13, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (Jun 24) – In the early hours of Tuesday, Tehran witnessed one of the most intense Israeli strikes since the start of the 12-day conflict. Yet reports suggest a ceasefire may have taken effect around 7:30 a.m. Tehran time between Iran and Israel. Although no official confirmation has come from Iranian authorities, the silence ordered by Netanyahu for his cabinet and a global drop in oil prices have been interpreted as signs of Israeli de-escalation.
Strike on the Capital, Retaliation in Beersheba
WANA (Jun 24) – Shortly after midnight, air raid sirens blared across Tehran, Karaj, Urmia, and Rasht, followed by powerful explosions that rocked the capital. Unofficial reports say several missiles struck residential areas in Tehran.
Hours later, Iran launched five waves of retaliatory missile attacks on Israeli territory, with a sixth confirmed by the Israeli military. Domestic sources within Israel reported at least eight people killed and over 30 injured in Beersheba. Israeli media reported heavy censorship of strike locations inside the country.
Beersheba, Israel, after Iranian missile strikes, 24 June 2025 / WANA News Agency
Disputed Ceasefire and Conflicting Narratives
WANA (Jun 24) – In the midst of the exchanges, Donald Trump posted a message claiming a ceasefire had been agreed between Iran and Israel—a claim reminiscent of his similar statement just hours before the June 12 attacks.
Some outlets reported the start of a ceasefire, yet as of 2 a.m. Tuesday, only CNN—citing an unnamed Iranian source—claimed Tehran had received no ceasefire proposal.
Tehran’s Stance: Neither Confirmed Nor Denied
WANA (Jun 24) – A few hours later, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi clarified Tehran’s position through a series of tweets:
“At this moment, there is no agreement regarding a ceasefire or halting operations. However, if the Israeli regime halts its aggression by 4 a.m., we do not intend to continue our response.”
He also praised the armed forces for maintaining operations up to the final minutes before the 4 a.m. threshold.
Tel Aviv’s Quiet Retreat?
WANA (Jun 24) – In Tel Aviv, media reported Netanyahu had instructed cabinet members not to comment on Trump’s claim. According to the Wall Street Journal, Israel had prepared two exit strategies:
1. A unilateral declaration of mission accomplished
2. A ceasefire agreement brokered by the U.S.
It now appears the second option is being quietly enacted through Trump’s media coordination and Tel Aviv’s official silence. Some agencies have also reported Israeli hopes of drawing Iran to the negotiation table.
A group of Iranians celebrate following Iran’s attack on U.S. military base in Qatar, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, in Tehran, Iran, June 23, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
Israeli Drone Shot Down
WANA (Jun 24) – Amid ongoing uncertainty over the ceasefire, domestic sources just reported the downing of a second Israeli Hermes attack drone over the skies of Arak. Another drone had reportedly been targeted in the same area earlier.
Another Iranian Scientist Assassinated – A New Signal from Tel Aviv?
WANA (Jun 24) – On Tuesday morning, news agencies reported the assassination of Dr. Mohammadreza Sedighi Saber at his father’s home in Astaneh Ashrafieh—just days after his 17-year-old son was killed in the missile strike on Tehran.
Previously sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department, Sedighi Saber had been labeled by foreign outlets as a technical figure linked to “sympathetic detonations.”
Oil Prices Drop
WANA (Jun 24) – Even the suggestion of a ceasefire—unilateral or not—had an immediate impact on global markets. Brent crude dropped 2.9%, falling below $70 per barrel—its lowest in two weeks. Analysts saw this as a market response to a potential end to the Iran-Israel military confrontation.
War’s End – or a Strategic Trap?
WANA (Jun 24) – Israel’s behavior—broadcasting the ceasefire via Trump, vague confirmation through anonymous sources, official silence from Tel Aviv, and a late-night strike on Tehran—mirrors its strategy from June 12, when a so-called bilateral truce preceded a major offensive.
This makes deciphering both sides’ behavior in the early hours of June 24 more crucial than ever. The key question: Will Tehran play along with this ceasefire narrative—or is a new scenario unfolding?
Given the speed at which news spreads, WANA News Agency cannot confirm or deny the accuracy of some of them.
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