Ceasefire or Scam? Doubts Raised Over Iran-US Truce

Analyst argues the latest ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is a ploy to benefit Israel's interests in the region.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:39am

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A political commentator has expressed skepticism about the recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, suggesting it is a scam designed to support Israeli interests in the region and give both Tel Aviv and Washington time to prepare for the next major assault on Iran. The analyst cites the lack of Israeli involvement in the negotiations, Israel's history of violating ceasefires, and the involvement of Trump negotiators with close ties to Israel as evidence that the truce is not genuine.

Why it matters

The ceasefire agreement has significant geopolitical implications, as it could impact the ongoing tensions between the US, Iran, and Israel in the region. If the analyst's claims are accurate, it would raise concerns about the sincerity of the negotiations and the potential for renewed conflict in the future.

The details

The analyst, who appeared on the 'Judging Freedom' program, argued that the ceasefire proposal put forward by Iran through mediators in Pakistan was accepted by the US without any discussions with Israel. This, the analyst said, defies the history of the close relationship between the US and Israel, where the US has typically aligned with Israel's interests, even in the face of war crimes. The analyst noted that past ceasefires in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza have been quickly violated by Israel, suggesting a pattern of behavior. The analyst also pointed to the involvement of Trump negotiators like JD Vance, Mike Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, all of whom have close ties to Israel, as further evidence that the ceasefire is a 'clever contrivance' between the US and Israel to create a pause in the conflict and prepare for renewed fighting.

  • The ceasefire agreement was announced on Wednesday.
  • Less than 24 hours after the ceasefire was announced, Israel staged a devastating attack on Lebanon, killing up to 300 civilians.
  • On Thursday, it was revealed that Trump was sending Vice President JD Vance, along with Trump negotiators Mike Witkoff and Jared Kushner, to Pakistan to continue the ceasefire negotiations.

The players

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who is accused of aligning closely with Israel's interests, even in the face of war crimes.

Benjamin Netanyahu

The Prime Minister of Israel, whose government is accused of quickly violating past ceasefires in the region.

JD Vance

The Vice President of the United States, who has been sent by Trump to continue the ceasefire negotiations in Pakistan.

Mike Witkoff

A personal negotiator for Donald Trump, known for his close ties to Israel and lack of success in previous negotiations.

Jared Kushner

Donald Trump's son-in-law and a personal negotiator, also known for his close ties to Israel and interest in developing a resort in Gaza.

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What they’re saying

“I know why Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones have all been fighting me for years, especially by the fact that they think it is wonderful for Iran, the Number One State Sponsor of Terror, to have a Nuclear Weapon. Because they have one thing in common, Low IQs. They're stupid people, they know it, their families know it, and everyone else knows it, too!”

— Donald Trump, Former President of the United States

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