The United States has prohibited Israel from bombing Lebanon, according to President Trump. A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect, pausing hostilities with Hezbollah. Over 2,100 Lebanese people were killed and more than 2.1 million were forced to flee their homes. Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, inviting both leaders to the White House for meaningful talks.
Netanyahu called the ceasefire a historic opportunity for peace, but Israeli troops will remain in southern Lebanon. He said Israel needs an expanded security zone due to the danger of invasion. UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the agreement and urged all actors to respect it. Both sides said they would defend themselves if the truce breaks down. The ceasefire began at midnight on Thursday.
Sources: theguardian.com
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