Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, as announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. The ceasefire is scheduled to begin on April 16, 2026, following direct negotiations between the two countries in Washington, D.C., mediated by U.S. officials [1][2].
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the agreement in a video statement, expressing his commitment to the ceasefire [2]. The decision follows a meeting of the Israeli security cabinet on April 15, 2026, which ended without an initial agreement [5].
Lebanon’s participation in the talks was contingent upon a ceasefire being in place beforehand. This condition was met, allowing for the negotiations to proceed [3][4].
What Is Known
The ceasefire agreement was announced by President Trump, with both Israel and Lebanon agreeing to halt hostilities for 10 days. The negotiations were facilitated by U.S. officials in Washington, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has publicly supported the agreement [1][2].
What Remains Unclear
There are unconfirmed reports regarding the exact start time of the ceasefire, with some sources suggesting it will begin at 5 p.m. ET on April 16, 2026 [2]. Additionally, there is a dispute over whether the ceasefire is part of a broader U.S.–Iran agreement, with conflicting statements from various officials [6].
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