In the early hours of Tuesday, Israel and Iran unleashed a final volley of missiles before a US-brokered ceasefire took effect. The flurry of attacks — six waves from Tehran and retaliatory strikes on Gilan province — left at least 13 people dead across both sides.
Israel's emergency service, Magen David Adom, reported four casualties in Beersheba, marking the first fatalities in Israel since the conflict reignited. In northern Iran, a deputy governor confirmed nine civilians were killed when residential buildings in Gilan came under fire.
Meanwhile, explosions continued to rock Tehran’s north and central districts as Iran’s SNN news agency confirmed it had fired its last missiles ahead of the truce. Hours later, US President Donald Trump announced on his Truth Social platform: "THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT!"
For global travelers and airlines, the ceasefire brings immediate relief: Israel’s airports authority has reopened the country’s airspace after a brief closure. This move is a critical step toward normalizing travel and commerce in a region known for sudden disruptions.
Analysts say the swift return to calm could restore investor confidence and pave the way for tech and startup collaborations across the Middle East. As digital nomads and entrepreneurs eye new opportunities, the truce underscores the fragile balance between conflict and cooperation in global markets.
With tensions paused, all eyes now turn to diplomatic channels to sustain the ceasefire and foster long-term stability. The coming days will test whether this agreement is a lasting pause or merely the calm before the next storm.
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