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Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by three weeks, Trump says

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Posted on April 23, 2026

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WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said in a post on Truth Social the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by three weeks. (Reporting by Jasper

Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire to be Extended by Three Weeks, Trump Says

Ceasefire Extension Announcement

Statement from President Trump

WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said in a post on Truth Social the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by three weeks.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Jasper Ward and Ryan Patrick Jones; editing by Michelle Nichols)

Key Takeaways

  • Trump’s April 23, 2026 announcement extends the initial 10‑day Israel‑Lebanon ceasefire by three weeks, now running until mid‑May 2026 (apnews.com)
  • The original ceasefire began April 16, 2026, brokered by the U.S., marking the first direct Israel‑Lebanon engagement in decades (en.wikipedia.org)
  • Despite the pause, violations continue and Hezbollah hasn’t formally joined, while Lebanon pushes U.S. to pressure Israel for full withdrawal from southern buffer zones (washingtonpost.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who announced the extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire?
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
How long was the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended?
The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was extended by three weeks.
Where was the announcement about the ceasefire extension made?
The announcement was made by President Trump on Truth Social.

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