Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks, Trump says
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by three weeks. He hosted the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to support peace talks and prevent new fighting while the U.S. works on a separate deal with Iran.Key Facts
- The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was first announced by President Trump last week for 10 days.
- The U.S. wants to extend the ceasefire to encourage direct peace talks between Israel and Lebanon.
- Another goal is to avoid conflict that could disrupt U.S. efforts to reach a deal with Iran.
- Iran says Israeli attacks in Lebanon break its truce with the U.S., but the U.S. and Israel say these attacks target Hezbollah and are separate from the Iran talks.
- A meeting between Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors, planned with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, was moved to the White House with President Trump joining.
- Vice President Vance and U.S. ambassadors to Israel and Lebanon also attended the meeting.
- Trump expressed hope to soon host both Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Lebanese President Aoun at the White House.
- Lebanese officials oppose a trilateral meeting while Israel occupies part of Lebanon and continues strikes despite the ceasefire.
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