US President Donald Trump has announced a 10-day truce between Lebanon and Israel. This decision was made after talks in Washington with the participation of the leaders of both countries and US officials.
The beginning of a truce between Lebanon and Israel
Today, 16 April 2026, the 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel officially begins. The ceasefire will begin at 17:00 Eastern Time and is the result of negotiations with the participation of Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and the Prime Minister of Israel Binyamin Netanyahu. This is the first official contact at this level between the two countries in 34 years. The talks took place in Washington, DC.
The role of the United States in reaching agreements
The talks were attended by the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Vice President JD Vance and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Razin Kane. They were instructed by the US President to work with both sides to ensure a lasting peace. President Trump stated that he was honoured to resolve the tenth international conflict, stressing the importance of this step for global stability.
The historical context of the truce
The last meeting at this level between Lebanon and Israel took place more than three decades ago. Today's agreement could mark the beginning of a new stage in relations between the two countries and create conditions for further negotiations on a lasting peace.
Next steps and expectations
Over the next ten days, the parties must comply with the terms of the ceasefire. American diplomacy will continue to work on creating the foundations for a long-term settlement of the situation in the Middle East. The agreement is expected to serve as an example for other conflict regions.
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