Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Extended By 45 Days
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days after two days of US-mediated talks in Washington, giving negotiators more time to work toward a broader political and security arrangement.
Israel Lebanon Ceasefire Extension
The US State Department said the April 16 cessation of hostilities would continue for another 45 days to allow further progress in negotiations. The truce had been due to expire on Sunday.
The extension comes amid continuing tension along the Israel-Lebanon border, where the ceasefire has remained fragile despite diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider escalation.
US Mediated Talks In Washington
The extension followed two days of talks facilitated by the United States. Further negotiations are expected in the coming weeks, including military-level discussions and a separate political track aimed at a longer-term agreement.
Washington has said the goal is to advance lasting peace, mutual recognition of sovereignty and improved security along the shared border.
Hezbollah Disarmament Remains Key Issue
A major unresolved issue remains Hezbollah’s role in southern Lebanon. Israel has continued to insist that Hezbollah must be disarmed as part of any durable settlement, while Lebanon faces internal political pressure over the talks.
The agreement gives both sides more time to continue negotiations, but the situation remains unstable as fresh violence has been reported despite the ceasefire framework.
