Israel, Lebanon extending ceasefire, US says, despite new Israeli strikes
Summary
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire and will hold more talks to work on a political solution. This decision was announced by the US just before the original ceasefire was to end, even though Israel continued some strikes in southern Lebanon.Key Facts
- Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire that was set to expire on April 17.
- They plan to have expanded talks about a political settlement following the extension.
- The US announced the ceasefire extension.
- Israel carried out new strikes in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire.
- Israel says these new strikes are not covered by the ceasefire.
- The conflict involves Israeli actions responding to fire from Hezbollah.
- Israel has been attacking and invading southern Lebanon since early March.
- The ceasefire aims to reduce fighting and find a political solution.
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