US President Trump announces 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire
via Egypt Today2 hours ago1 min read
US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, effective at midnight. Trump stated he had spoken with the Lebanese President and the Israeli Prime Minister, and has directed his Vice President and Secretary of State to coordinate with both sides for a permanent resolution. He expressed confidence that a lasting agreement could be reached soon, noting both nations desire peace. Trump also plans to invite the Israeli Prime Minister and the Lebanese President to the White House for direct negotiations. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam welcomed the ceasefire, calling it a long-standing Lebanese demand and an achievement for the Lebanese people. He praised the diplomatic efforts of the United States, France, the European Union, and Arab nations including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan. Salam also offered condolences to the families of martyrs and expressed solidarity with the wounded and displaced citizens.
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