Israel-Lebanon 10-Day Ceasefire Begins on Day 49 of US-Iran War
Israel and Lebanon began a 10-day ceasefire on day 49 of the US-Iran war, despite last-minute violence between the two sides. President Trump announced the truce would start at 2100 GMT and urged Hezbollah to respect the agreement.
A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect as the US-Iran conflict reached its 49th day, bringing celebrations in Lebanon and the first pause in a war that has shaken the Middle East.
President Donald Trump announced the 10-day truce would begin at 2100 GMT, calling it progress toward ending the broader conflict. Both Israeli and Lebanese forces exchanged fire in the final hours before the ceasefire, but the shooting stopped as the deadline arrived.
The US and Israel's military campaign against Iran represents the most consequential Middle East operation in more than two decades. The conflict has involved Iran's allies including Hezbollah in Lebanon, raising fears of a wider regional war.
Trump said his administration is making progress in separate negotiations with Iran and hinted the war could be nearing an end. Pakistan's army chief is now in Tehran for diplomatic talks aimed at arranging a second round of US-Iran negotiations.
The 10-day pause opens the door for longer-term peace discussions between Israel and Lebanon, which could help reduce tensions across the region.
This is the first major break in fighting since the US and Israel launched what experts call the most significant military operation in the Middle East in over 20 years. The ceasefire could lead to broader peace talks and help stabilize oil prices.
Watch for US-Iran peace talks and whether the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire holds for the full 10 days.
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