U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a temporary 10-day ceasefire, according to Reuters.
The truce was set to begin on Thursday, with Trump saying he had held excellent conversations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to secure the agreement.
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The ceasefire is intended to pause hostilities and create space for broader negotiations aimed at achieving lasting peace between the two countries.
Under the arrangement, both sides are expected to halt offensive military actions, while the United States will help facilitate further talks, including discussions on long-standing issues like border security and stability.
Trump also indicated that the ceasefire could be extended if both parties agree, and expressed optimism that it may contribute to wider regional diplomacy, including potential U.S.-Iran talks.The development has raised hopes of de-escalation in a conflict that has intensified in recent weeks and impacted regional security and global energy markets
