"Under the ceasefire agreement, Israel reserved its right to self-defense 'against planned, imminent, or ongoing attacks,' but also committed to 'not carry out any offensive military operations against Lebanese targets.'"
"President Trump wrote in a post on social media shortly after the agreement entered into force, 'May have been a historic day for Lebanon. Good things are happening!!!'"
"With a truce between Israel and Lebanon in place, a key Iranian demand, hopes were raised that the United States and Iran could resume talks in the coming days aimed at reaching a permanent end to the war in the Middle East."
"Hezbollah acknowledged the truce, but said its next steps would depend on developments on the ground, while leaders including the United Nations Secretary-General welcomed the agreement."
A ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel commenced, halting fighting with Hezbollah. Israel retains self-defense rights but will not conduct offensive operations in Lebanon. The U.S. is facilitating further negotiations. President Trump expressed optimism about the ceasefire's significance for Lebanon and potential talks at the White House. The ceasefire aligns with Iranian interests, raising hopes for U.S.-Iran discussions to end the Middle East conflict. Celebrations occurred in Lebanon, but officials warned of potential instability. International leaders welcomed the agreement and urged its maintenance.
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