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Latest news on the war between the USA, Israel and Iran: A new diplomatic push has changed the landscape of conflict between Israel and Lebanon after US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire agreement between the two nations. The move comes after weeks of escalating regional tensions and renewed international pressure to prevent further military escalation.
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Trump said that both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun had agreed to the temporary ceasefire after direct high-level talks. According to him, the ceasefire will begin at 5 p.m. EST and will be a first step toward broader peace negotiations.
“I have just had excellent discussions with Lebanon’s esteemed President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ‘Bibi’ Netanyahu. Both leaders have agreed that, in the interest of peace between their countries, a 10-day ceasefire will formally begin at 5 p.m. EST on Tuesday. This follows a historic meeting in Washington, DC, the first between the two sides in 34 years, with the participation of Secretary of State Marco Rubio,” he said.
“I have directed Vice President JD Vance, Secretary Rubio and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan ‘Razin Caine to work closely with Israel and Lebanon to ensure lasting peace. I have been involved in resolving nine conflicts around the world and I intend this to be the tenth. Now let’s move forward and get it done,” he added.
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The agreement follows a rare diplomatic meeting in Washington, where Israeli and Lebanese officials reportedly met for the first time in more than three decades. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other senior officials moderated the talks, marking what Washington described as a new beginning for the bilateral dialogue.
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Trump described the development as part of a broader assessment of global conflict resolution, saying it was his administration’s 10th major peace effort. He also confirmed plans to host both leaders at the White House for what he called the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983.
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The White House has tasked Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Rubio and military leadership, including Gen. Dan Caine, with overseeing coordination between the two sides. According to Trump’s statement, the aim is to transform the temporary ceasefire into a longer-term diplomatic framework.
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The ceasefire comes at a time when cross-border strikes, infrastructure damage and political tensions have already strained both nations. Analysts note that even a short pause could help ease immediate military pressure, although underlying disputes remain unresolved.
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Trump’s announcement also contained strong political messages, emphasizing urgency and optimism. He described the agreement as proof that both sides are ready to commit to peace. Although neither Israel nor Lebanon have independently confirmed a formal treaty or long-term agreement, the 10-day ceasefire represents a temporary pause in hostilities, but its durability remains uncertain. The coming days will determine whether this initiative becomes a stepping stone toward lasting diplomacy or another brief pause in a recurring cycle of conflict.
Disclaimer: This article is based on official statements and current developments. The situation is fluid and subject to change without notice.
