Historic Peace Talks: Trump Brokers Ceasefire Between Israel and Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon following discussions with their leaders. With the ceasefire to start at 5 p.m. EST, Trump plans to host both leaders at the White House for talks aimed at achieving lasting peace in the region.
In a significant development, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 10-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, marking a potential turning point in Middle Eastern diplomacy. The President shared this news after productive discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
The ceasefire is slated to begin at 5 p.m. EST, though President Trump did not specify the exact start date. However, a U.S. official, preferring to remain anonymous, indicated that it would commence on Thursday. Trump's effort is buoyed by a commitment from both sides to pursue peace earnestly.
President Trump also revealed plans to invite both leaders to the White House for further meaningful dialogue aimed at sustaining peace between the two countries. He has tasked Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine to assist in this peaceendeavor.