US Says Iran-Israel Ceasefire Remains Fragile as Trump Pushes Diplomatic Path

June 25, 2026
By Mintesinot Nigussie

The United States said the ceasefire between Israel and Iran remains a developing and fragile process as the Trump administration continues diplomatic efforts following days of military escalation, with officials saying Washington is focused on maintaining the pause in fighting and supporting negotiations.

State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said the administration believes both sides agreed to halt hostilities and that President Donald Trump views the development as a step towards reducing regional tensions. She said the situation remains fluid and that further progress would depend on continued adherence to the ceasefire.

“The ceasefire dynamic is fragile,” Bruce told reporters, adding that the administration believes diplomacy remains central to resolving the conflict.

The comments came after Trump said Israel and Iran had both sought to end the war following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The administration has defended the strikes as aimed at preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons, while officials said further details on the assessment of the damage to Iranian facilities would be released later.

Bruce said the United States had been providing assistance to citizens affected by the conflict across the Middle East. The State Department has supported more than 27,000 people seeking information and began assisted departure flights from Israel on June 21, helping hundreds of US citizens, lawful permanent residents and immediate family members leave the country.

On possible future talks with Iran, the State Department said it was not announcing any specific timetable but indicated that the administration remained open to diplomacy. Bruce said Trump had consistently supported negotiations as a way to avoid prolonged military confrontation.

The administration also addressed questions about Iran’s future economic relations, after Trump suggested there could be opportunities for trade if Tehran changes its approach to regional security. Bruce said any future economic engagement would depend on decisions made by Iran’s leadership and progress on security issues.

Meanwhile, the State Department said the United States continues to push for a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, arguing that the conflict remains a major humanitarian concern. Bruce said a proposed agreement remains available and called on Hamas to accept the terms.

The briefing also covered other foreign policy issues, including the release of 14 political prisoners in Belarus following discussions led by US envoy Keith Kellogg and Washington’s continued efforts to support stability in Syria.

Bruce said the administration would continue using diplomatic channels to address conflicts and security challenges, arguing that recent events demonstrated the role of negotiations in reducing international tensions.

Source: FSX Business News