Iran Rockets Hit Israel Minutes Before Ceasefire, U.S. Deploys Bombers Amid Escalation – 6/24/2025, 6:28:39 PM

Latest World News as of June 24, 2025

Middle East: Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation and Ceasefire Efforts

• Israel and Iran entered a ceasefire agreement intended to end their 12-day war, with the ceasefire scheduled to begin at 7:00 a.m. Israel time. However, just minutes before the ceasefire was to take effect, Iran launched a wave of rocket strikes against Israel. Most were intercepted, but at least one missile struck an apartment building in Be’er Sheva, resulting in at least five Israeli civilian deaths and over 20 injuries[5].
• The United States, under President Donald Trump, has been actively working to resolve the conflict and is involved in diplomatic efforts. President Trump responded to the renewed hostilities by indicating that a new ceasefire could be in the works[3][4][5].
• In response to Iranian attacks, the U.S. deployed B-2 bombers from Missouri to the Middle East. Several countries have closed their airspace, and the U.S. is moving to protect more than 40,000 troops stationed across the region[4].

U.S. and Global Developments

• President Donald Trump is heading to a NATO summit, where the ongoing Middle East conflict and global security issues are expected to be central topics[3].
• Heat warnings are persisting throughout the eastern United States, raising health and safety concerns amid ongoing summer heat waves[3].

Summary Table of Key Events

This summary reflects the latest major global and U.S. news as of June 24, 2025, 4:28 PM UTC[3][4][5].