U.S. President Donald Trump announced on April 16, 2026, that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, effective at midnight local time.
The agreement, which took effect early on April 17, 2026, follows more than a month of intensified hostilities between the two nations.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the development, calling it a step toward peace, although Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described it as a historic opportunity for regional stability.
Although Trump’s initial statement did not mention Hezbollah, he later urged the group to comply with the ceasefire terms on his Truth Social platform, expressing hope that the militia would “behave appropriately.”
Residents in southern Lebanon have begun returning to their homes as the ceasefire holds, with local communities expressing relief after weeks of displacement.
The truce is seen as a potential opening for broader diplomatic efforts, with international observers noting its significance in reducing immediate tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border.
While the agreement is temporary, officials from both sides have indicated willingness to explore pathways toward a more durable resolution in the coming days.
