Tense 24 Hours Lead to Ceasefire Between Iran and Israel: A Timeline of Events

Tense 24 Hours Lead to Ceasefire Between Iran and Israel: A Timeline of Events

Over the course of 24 hours beginning on Monday, a series of events unfolded in the Middle East that saw tensions rise between Iran and Israel, with the US mediating a ceasefire between the two countries. This timeline offers an overview of the key moments during this volatile day.

7:00 AM EST / 12:00 PM GMT / 2:00 PM Israel Time / 2:30 PM Iran Time

The US government issued a "shelter in place" recommendation for US citizens in Qatar, citing a heightened state of alert out of caution. The UK soon followed suit, advising its citizens to take the same precautions.

12:00 PM EST / 5:00 PM GMT / 7:00 PM Israel Time / 7:30 PM Iran Time

Airspace above Qatar was closed and flights were diverted as reports emerged of a "credible threat" of an Iranian missile attack on the al-Udeid air base, a strategically important US installation. Unnamed US officials reported sightings of missile launchers pointing towards Qatar.

1:00 PM EST / 6:00 PM GMT / 8:00 PM Israel Time / 8:30 PM Iran Time

Explosions were heard over Doha as air defense missiles intercepted incoming Iranian weapons. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard confirmed that they had launched a retaliatory strike against the US, but the attack was short-lived. Qatar, while the target of the attack, had been able to evacuate the base and no casualties were reported.

4:00 PM EST / 9:00 PM GMT / 11:00 PM Israel Time / 11:30 PM Iran Time

US President Donald Trump described Iran's attack as "weak," "expected," and "effectively countered." However, he also expressed a more conciliatory tone, thanking Iran for giving early notice and suggesting that it may be time for peace. Trump spoke directly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging an end to the conflict.

8:00 PM EST / 1:00 AM GMT / 3:00 AM Israel Time / 3:30 AM Iran Time

Behind the scenes, the White House was actively working to broker a ceasefire between Iran, Israel, and Qatar. Diplomatic channels were utilized to communicate with the Iranians, with the goal of ending the conflict.

This timeline offers a brief overview of the events that unfolded over the course of a tense 24 hours in the Middle East, culminating in a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. The situation remains fluid, and updates will continue to be monitored closely.