Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:39am on 25 Apr 2026,Saturday International
A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has been extended by three weeks, according to US President Donald Trump, following high-level diplomatic talks involving Israeli and Lebanese representatives in Washington. The extension aims to maintain a temporary pause in hostilities that have continued despite earlier agreements. The deal was reached during US-mediated discussions, with officials expressing cautious optimism about moving toward broader peace negotiations. However, tensions remain high as sporadic clashes continue on the ground, raising doubts over long-term stability. The US has also indicated continued engagement to support regional de-escalation efforts and prevent further escalation of violence in the region. (PC: AP)
