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U.S. claims Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire back on

U.S. claims Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire back on

Summary

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a new ceasefire in Lebanon, but fighting continued after it was supposed to start. The conflict caused the delay of planned U.S.-Iran talks, which U.S. officials hope to hold soon.

Key Facts

  • The new ceasefire in Lebanon was agreed upon and mediated by the U.S. and Qatar.
  • It was set to begin at 4 pm local time, but fighting continued shortly after.
  • Hezbollah said they would honor the ceasefire, but Israel’s military did not confirm their participation.
  • Fighting in Lebanon has displaced over one million people.
  • Israel is still occupying part of southern Lebanon.
  • The conflict delayed U.S.-Iran talks planned in Switzerland.
  • Iran said Israel’s attacks violated the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU).
  • President Trump, Lebanon’s parliament speaker, and Israel’s ambassador expressed support for the ceasefire before the fighting resumed.
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