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Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Extended

Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Extended

The diplomatic breakthrough occurred after Trump hosted the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors in the Oval Office to build on last week's ten-day truce.

While the president expressed optimism that a long-term deal could be reached, Hezbollah has reportedly fired rockets into northern Israel, citing ceasefire violations.

Over one million Lebanese people remain displaced, and many are skeptical that the extension will lead to a lasting resolution.

Trump noted that he looks forward to hosting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Joseph Aoun in the near future to finalize the pact.

Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017โ€“2021; since 2025)
Israel
Country in West Asia
Lebanon
Country in West Asia
Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister of Israel (1996โ€“1999; 2009โ€“2021; 2022โ€“present)