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RAMALLAH, June 24 (KUNA) -- The Israeli occupation officially announced Tuesday, its approval of the ceasefire with Iran declared by US President Donald Trump.
In a press statement, the occupation said, "Given the achievement of the operation's goals and in full coordination with President Trump, Israel has agreed to the President's proposal for a mutual ceasefire."
It added that "Israel will respond forcefully to any breach of the ceasefire," and expressed its thanks to the US President and the US for their support in defending and participating in the removal of the Iranian nuclear threat.
The statement said, The air force achieved complete control over the skies of Tehran, delivered painful blows to high-ranking military leaderships, and destroyed dozens of central government targets in Iran.
It further explained that "Israel removed a direct existential threat on both the nuclear and ballistic missile fronts. Moreover, the army secured total aerial dominance over Tehran and inflicted severe damage on Iran's military leadership, while also destroying dozens of central Iranian government targets."
The statement also noted that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a cabinet meeting on Monday with army leaders and announced that Israel had achieved all its objectives in Iran, and even more.
Israeli media reported that ministers are prohibited from making any statements or giving interviews on the Iran issue. (end)
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