- A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has come into effect, following weeks of Israeli strikes.
- Donald Trump described it as a “historic day for Lebanon” and urged Hezbollah to act 'nicely and well' for peace.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to the truce to advance peace efforts with Lebanon, stating there is an opportunity for a historic agreement.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the agreement, despite the Lebanese state not being an active party in the conflict.
- Hezbollah stated the truce must apply across all Lebanese territory without allowing Israeli freedom of movement, while Netanyahu clarified it does not involve an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
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