Renewed Tensions in Israel Despite Trump’s Ceasefire: Deaths After Iran’s Missile Strike on Beersheba

Sirens sounded again in Tel Aviv as clashes between Israel and Iran continue despite U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire. Simultaneously, Iran appears to accept Israel’s proposal for a ceasefire while Israel keeps its cards close to its chest. In the early hours of Tuesday (June 24, 2025), following mixed statements from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, a new Iranian missile strike managed to penetrate Israel’s Iron Dome defense system, resulting in at least three fatalities. The Israeli military announced an escalation after detecting missile launches from Iran against Israeli territory. Within one hour, the alarm sounded at least four times across Israel. Three people lost their lives and many were injured when an Iranian missile struck an apartment building in Beersheba, according to Israeli media citing emergency services. Reports suggest the death toll may rise to eight. Meanwhile, Iranian state television announced a ceasefire shortly after 6 a.m. local time (Greek time). The ceasefire, proposed by Donald Trump, officially begins at 7 a.m. Greek time. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a security cabinet meeting early Tuesday morning following Trump’s announcement. After the meeting, Netanyahu asked ministers to avoid public statements. No one knows how Netanyahu will respond to the new missile attacks early Tuesday. Donald Trump boasted about the U.S.’s role in brokering the ceasefire late Monday night, stating that both Israel and Iran approached him almost simultaneously seeking peace. He emphasized the bright future for both nations if they stay on the path of justice and truth.