Summary
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon began, announced by President Donald Trump. The truce includes the Iran-backed group Hezbollah and has led to celebrations in Lebanon, though some violations of the ceasefire were reported.
Key Facts
- The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon started with celebrations in Beirut.
- President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire, which includes Hezbollah.
- Hezbollah said it stopped its attacks 10 minutes before the ceasefire began.
- The Lebanese army reported that Israel violated the ceasefire with shelling.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu agreed to the ceasefire but said troops will stay in a security zone inside Lebanon.
- Lebanese Prime Minister Salam welcomed the ceasefire as a key goal of peace efforts.
- President Trump invited Israeli and Lebanese leaders for talks at the White House.
- Iran, Qatar, Jordan, and Bahrain expressed support for the ceasefire and peace efforts.
