Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed a 10-day ceasefire with Lebanon starting April 16, 2026. The ceasefire, announced by President Donald Trump, includes Hezbollah and involves Israeli troops remaining in a security zone in southern Lebanon.
Key Facts
- The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon began at 5 PM EST on April 16, 2026.
- Israeli troops will stay in a 10-kilometre security zone inside southern Lebanon during the ceasefire.
- Lebanon has agreed to stop Hezbollah attacks as part of the ceasefire deal.
- Hezbollah said any ceasefire must not allow Israeli freedom of movement in Lebanon.
- Lebanese army warned citizens not to return to southern areas before the ceasefire starts and to avoid dangers like unexploded bombs.
- President Trump expects both Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to visit the White House soon.
- The ceasefire aims to advance peace efforts between Israel and Lebanon.
- The United States considers the ceasefire to include Iran-backed Hezbollah forces.
