Israel and Lebanon have extended their ceasefire for three weeks following negotiations brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, according to multiple reports. The extension aims to allow further peace talks between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon.
Key Takeaways
Israel and Lebanon extended their ceasefire for three weeks following negotiations brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump. The extension comes amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon.
- Ceasefire extended for three weeks at White House meeting
- Fighting continues despite ceasefire, with Israeli strikes killing Hezbollah militants
- Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil reportedly killed in Israeli airstrike
- U.S. Navy ordered to shoot Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz
The ceasefire comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, with fighting continuing despite the truce. Israeli forces have carried out strikes against Hezbollah targets, killing several militants and targeting infrastructure used for launching attacks. According to TimesLIVE, three Hezbollah militants were killed in these strikes.
The conflict has also resulted in civilian casualties, with Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike, as reported by both TimesLIVE and Reuters. The incident is said to have occurred while she was taking cover inside a house. Israel's military has indicated it will review the incident.
Meanwhile, U.S.-Iran tensions remain high, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has ordered the U.S. Navy to 'shoot and kill' any Iranian boats laying mines in the strait. According to Reuters, Iran's capture of two huge cargo ships underscores the ongoing struggle for control of the crucial shipping corridor.
The ceasefire extension also comes as oil prices have resumed their rise, with Brent crude futures jumping more than 1% and U.S. crude gaining 1%, according to TimesLIVE. The prolonged conflict has deepened the fissure between the U.S. and NATO, with Trump criticizing members for failing to support U.S. operations.
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