Iran Israel ceasefire highlights | June 25: Iran extends airspace closure amid fragile truce

Israel Iran war live updates: Qatar Airways on Tuesday announced that its teams are actively supporting passengers following the reopening of Qatari airspace. The airline said it is working to restore its global network of over 170 destinations and is assisting affected passengers with rebooking and other support measures.

“As we manage the resumption of operations, we continue to respond in real time to operational developments, with additional staff deployed at Doha Hamad International Airport and key locations across our network to provide on-the-ground assistance,” the airline said.

It further expressed gratitude to its passengers and partners, stating, “We thank our passengers for their patience, understanding, and continued trust as we work to ensure you reach your destination with minimal further disruption, as well as our partners for their support.”

Passengers have been advised to check the latest flight status via qatarairways.com or the Qatar Airways mobile app.

Israel Iran war live updates: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed support for the ceasefire between Iran and Israel and called on both nations to uphold it.

In a post on X, Guterres stated, "I very much welcome President Trump's announcement of a cease-fire between Israel and Iran. I urge the two countries to respect it fully. The fighting must stop. The people of the two countries have already suffered too much. It is my sincere hope that this ceasefire can be replicated in the other conflicts in the region."

Israel Iran war live updates: Air India and Air India Express began gradually resuming their operations to the Middle East on Tuesday, starting with flights to Dubai and Muscat, as regional airspaces reopened following recent tensions.

Amid heightened conflict in the region – particularly after Iran launched missiles targeting a U.S. base in Qatar – several Middle Eastern nations temporarily shut down their airspace. This led to widespread flight disruptions, affecting Indian carriers among others.

Now, the Tata Group-owned airlines have restarted select routes. Officials said Air India resumed its Delhi-Dubai flight, while Air India Express operated a service from Delhi to Muscat.

In a statement on Tuesday, Air India confirmed: "Flights to and from Europe, previously cancelled, are also being progressively reinstated from today, while services to and from the East Coast of the US and Canada will resume at the earliest opportunity." The airline also noted that “some flights may experience delays or cancellations due to consequential impacts and extended re-routings/flight times, but we are committed to minimising disruptions and our restoring schedule integrity.”

Air India Express, one of the leading Indian carriers to the Gulf region, announced that it is also resuming operations to cities such as Muscat, Riyadh, and Jeddah beginning Tuesday.

Israel Iran war live updates: Hours after US President Donald Trump declared a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, India said on Tuesday it was prepared to contribute to efforts to resolve the conflict, stressing the importance of “dialogue and diplomacy” as the only viable path forward.

While expressing concern over the situation, New Delhi also welcomed initial reports of a truce between the two regional powers.

"We have been following developments overnight relating to the conflict between Iran and Israel, including the US action against Iran's nuclear facilities and Iranian retaliation against US military bases in Qatar," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.

"While we remain deeply concerned about the prospects for overall and sustained regional security and stability, we welcome reports of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel and the role played by the US and Qatar in bringing it about," it added.

India reiterated its consistent stand that the ongoing tensions must be addressed through peaceful dialogue and diplomatic engagement.

Israel Iran war live updates: Following the implementation of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, the Indian Embassy in Tehran announced that it was scaling back its evacuation efforts.

“Announcement from Embassy of India, Tehran: Since there has been an announcement of ceasefire, the Embassy is gradually winding up the evacuation exercise initiated during the military conflict in Iran,” the embassy said.

On Tuesday, India evacuated over 1,100 citizens from the conflict-hit region, raising the total number of people brought back under Operation Sindhu to 3,170.

From Israel, 594 Indians were flown out. The Indian Air Force deployed its C-17 heavy-lift aircraft to evacuate more than 400 individuals who had been transported from Israel to Jordan and Egypt via land crossings. Another 161 Indians were flown home in a chartered flight from Amman after they traveled overland to Jordan's capital.

From Iran, two chartered flights carried out the evacuation of 573 Indians, along with three Sri Lankan and two Nepalese nationals, as per the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

With the latest evacuations, India has now repatriated 2,576 of its citizens from Iran alone.

Since the launch of Operation Sindhu last week, in response to the Israel-Iran conflict, a total of 3,170 Indians have been safely brought home.

Israel Iran war live updates: Hours after an Iranian airstrike targeted Qatar, officials in Doha reopened the airspace above one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs.

However, returning to normal operations has been far from smooth. At Hamad International Airport—usually praised for its calm, efficiency, and upscale service—staff were inundated as crowds of stranded passengers rushed transfer counters or crowded escalators and lounges, seeking alternate ways to reach their destinations following the disruption.

The chaos highlights how vulnerable the aviation sector remains to geopolitical turmoil, as airlines are forced to quickly adjust flight paths and schedules amid crises, from the Middle East to Ukraine. The disorder at Hamad starkly contrasts with the polished, well-coordinated travel experience that has made airports like Doha and Dubai leading global transit hubs.

Israel Iran war live updates: Amid the ceasefire between Israel and Iran coming into effect, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has signalled Tehran’s readiness for diplomacy. Citing Pezeshkian, Iran’s state-affiliated outlet Noor News reported that “Tehran is prepared to talk and defend the rights of the Iranian people at the negotiating table.”

Israel Iran war live updates: China’s foreign minister Wang Yi expressed support for Iran in efforts to reach a lasting truce, following accusations from Israel that Tehran had breached the fragile ceasefire.

“China supports Iran in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, and, on that basis, achieving a genuine ceasefire so that people can return to normal life,” Wang said during a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Israel Iran war live updates: Donald Trump on Tuesday said China can continue purchasing oil from Iran, offering what seemed to be a significant easing of sanctions pressure on Tehran.

"China can now continue to purchase Oil from Iran. Hopefully, they will be purchasing plenty from the US, also," Trump posted on Truth Social while en route to the NATO summit in The Hague.

China remains Iran’s top oil customer and a key economic partner, especially as Iran faces heavy global sanctions. According to the energy intelligence firm Kpler, Beijing accounts for over 90% of Iran’s oil exports. In April, China imported 1.3 million barrels per day from Iran, slightly below the five-month peak recorded in March.

Although last month the U.S. announced new sanctions targeting Iranian oil sales to China, Tuesday’s remarks indicate a shift in tone as Trump’s administration continues its “maximum pressure” strategy.

El Al Israel Airlines is working on an airlift to bring back to Israel tens of thousands of travellers stranded by widespread flight cancellations following the start of the Israel-Iran war on June 13, it said on Tuesday.

China has been in contact with Iran, Israel and relevant parties and looks forward to the realization of a "real ceasefire", China's foreign minister Wang Yi told his Turkish counterpart in a phone call on Tuesday.

US President Donald Trump said that NATO chief Mark Rutte has congratulated him for "decisive action" in Iran.

Iran Israel war live updates:Amid the Israel-Iran war, which paused after a ceasefire was announced on Tuesday following a call from US President Donald Trump, experts have warned that any move to shut the Strait of Hormuz could severely impact the global oil trade.

Former diplomat KP Fabian told ANI that India has voiced concern over the recent escalations and reaffirmed its commitment to peace and humanity. Referring to the US entering the conflict with strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, he said any disruption at the Strait of Hormuz “will affect crude oil trade and will have negative impact on global economy.”

Former Ambassador Anil Trigunayat echoed concerns about the worsening situation in the Middle East. He noted that Prime Minister Modi, during a conversation with the Iranian President, expressed gratitude “for the continued support being extended for safe return and repatriation of the Indian community.”

Trigunayat further stated that “any move by Iran to block the Strait of Hormuz will have an adverse impact on global trade,” adding, “This will affect the supply of oil and other goods traded from the Middle East to the other parts of the world.”

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime route that links the oil-rich Persian Gulf to global markets, with nearly 20% of the world’s oil passing through it. CNN reported that Iran’s Parliament has passed a motion to close the strait, although the final decision rests with the Supreme National Security Council.

Iran Israel war live updates: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday, said the United States must face consequences for its strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

“The Americans must receive a response to their aggression,” Pezeshkian told Macron, according to Iran’s official news agency IRNA.

Iran Israel war live: Israel targeted a radar installation north of Tehran on Tuesday but held off on launching additional strikes after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a statement from the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), as reported by CNN.

The radar strike occurred just hours after a ceasefire was supposed to take effect, following Israeli accusations that Iran had violated the truce by launching multiple missiles toward Israel.

The PMO said Trump “expressed his great appreciation for Israel,” and that Netanyahu agreed to hold back on further military action.

On the Trump-Netanyahu call, a White House official told CNN that the U.S. President was “exceptionally firm and direct” during the conversation.

Meanwhile, Iran’s Fars News Agency reported that explosions were heard in northern parts of the country on Tuesday, several hours after the ceasefire was declared.

Iran Israel war live: Kuwait Airways has resumed its flight operations after a temporary suspension prompted by Iran’s missile strike on a U.S. military base in Qatar, according to the state news agency.

During a press conference on Tuesday, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed confirmed that Doha had “initiated communication” with Iran following a request from the United States.

He called the attack "unacceptable" and stated that Qatar would respond in a "diplomatic and legal" manner.

“The attack on the State of Qatar is an unacceptable act, especially that the State of Qatar has been making great diplomatic efforts in order to have the situation de-escalated,” he said.

Meanwhile, Iran's foreign minister clarified on Tuesday that the missiles were aimed at Al Udeid base and not at Qatar itself, describing the action as an act of “self-defence.”

Iran Israel war live: Iran has arrested a European national accused of spying for Israel at military sites in the southern Hormozgan province, according to a report by Fars News Agency.

Israel and Iran exchanged fresh attacks on Tuesday morning, resulting in the deaths of four people in Israel from incoming missiles, while Tehran reported that at least nine Iranians had been killed.

Soon after President Trump announced the start of a ceasefire, Israel claimed Iran had launched additional missiles. Although Iran denied the accusation, Israel vowed to respond with force.

Israel Iran war live: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas welcomed the fragile pause in hostilities between Israel and Iran on Tuesday, calling it a positive development that should prompt renewed dialogue.

"All sides should refrain from further violence. This is the moment to return to the negotiating table," Kallas said in a post on X.

Israel Iran war live: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office stated that a more forceful response against Iran was put on hold after a conversation with US President Donald Trump.

According to the statement, Israel had targeted an Iranian radar installation following a missile strike by Tehran early Tuesday.

“Following President Trump’s conversation with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Israel refrained from additional attacks,” Netanyahu’s office said.

Israel Iran war live: Iranian media on Tuesday reported that a senior commander from Iran’s Basij paramilitary unit, which operates under the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Monday.

According to the IRGC statement quoted by Fars news agency, “The commander of Basij counterintelligence protection forces was martyred in a Zionist regime attack.”

Israel Iran war live: Oil prices plunged nearly 4%, global equities surged, and the US dollar weakened on Tuesday as investors welcomed a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, brushing aside what President Donald Trump described as violations by both nations.

Brent crude, which had already fallen 7% on Monday, continued to drop as markets reacted to Iran’s limited response to a US base strike and its signal that it would not escalate further.

With the immediate threat to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz appearing to ease, Brent crude touched its lowest point since June 11, trading at $68.81 a barrel, down 3.7%. U.S. crude also dropped 3.7%, reaching $65.91 a barrel.

Israel Iran war live: Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he is not seeking “regime change” in Iran, warning that such a move would bring “chaos.”

While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on his way to a NATO summit, Trump reiterated that Iran will not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon. He also noted that Russian President Vladimir Putin had called him and offered assistance on the Iran situation.

Israel Iran war live: Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Israeli fighter jets would “turn around” and halt their attacks on Iran, confirming that the ceasefire between the two nations was “in effect” after earlier setbacks.

“ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home, while doing a friendly Plane Wave' to Iran," Trump wrote on social media, urging both sides to stick to the truce. "Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect!”

Speaking to reporters before leaving for the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump voiced frustration over continued hostilities despite the truce deadline.

“They violated it, but Israel violated it, too,” he said, adding, “I'm not happy with Israel.”

Israel Iran war live: The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said on Tuesday that, in response to Iran’s violations of the ceasefire, the Israeli Air Force carried out a strike targeting and destroying a radar installation near Tehran.

Israel Iran war live: On June 13, Israel launched a major offensive targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, military installations, and some residential areas, triggering multiple waves of missile attacks from Iran in response.

Although Iran and Israel have long engaged in a covert conflict, this episode marks the most intense and destructive clash between the two longtime adversaries.

The escalation also drew in the United States, which carried out strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. In retaliation, Iran fired missiles at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar — the largest U.S. military installation in the region.

Urging calm, President Trump noted that Tehran had issued prior warning before launching the missile attack.