Tensions Rise Again in Israel Despite Trump’s Ceasefire: Deaths After Iran’s Missile Attack

Sirens sounded once again in Tel Aviv as attacks between Israel and Iran continue despite the ceasefire announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump. 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 a controversial statement by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, a new Iranian missile attack managed to penetrate Israel’s ‘Iron Dome,’ resulting in at least eight fatalities. The Israeli military announced early in the morning, after initially downplaying previous escalations, that it declared a new alert level due to the detection of missile launches from Iran against Israeli territory. Notably, within an hour, the alarm had been triggered 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, a city in southern Israel, according to Israeli media citing emergency services. Other reports indicate the death toll has risen to eight. Around 6 a.m. (local time), Iranian state television announced a ceasefire, noting that the truce—proposed by Donald Trump—would begin at 7 a.m. (local time). As Benjamin Netanyahu awaits his response, the Israeli prime minister convened a meeting of the security cabinet shortly after Trump’s announcement. Following the meeting, Netanyahu asked ministers to avoid making public statements. It remains unclear how Netanyahu will respond amid the renewed missile attacks.