Trump claims Israel-Iran ceasefire he brokered is ‘in effect’ despite initial violations

Mr Trump has reacted furiously after an Israel-Iran ceasefire he had brokered and taken credit for was violated within a few hours

US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House on Tuesday. Picture: AP Photo/Evan Vucci

US President Donald Trump claimed a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was “in effect” on Tuesday, after expressing deep frustration with both sides for violating the agreement he brokered.

Israel earlier accused Iran of launching missiles into its airspace after the truce was supposed to take effect. The Iranian military denied firing on Israel.