politics
April 17, 2026
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire after Washington talks
US President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following Washington talks aimed at advancing peace between the countries
TL;DR
- A ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will begin Thursday at 5 PM EST.
- The truce was announced by US President Donald Trump following talks in Washington.
- These talks were reportedly the first direct meeting between the two nations in 34 years.
- The announcement comes amid ongoing Israeli attacks in Lebanon, with significant casualties reported.
- Israeli officials expressed outrage at the timing of Trump's announcement.
- Netanyahu stated the deal began at Trump's request, with Israeli forces remaining in position.
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