Pakistan, May 16 -- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their existing ceasefire by 45 days following the conclusion of US-facilitated talks in Washington aimed at reducing hostilities and advancing broader negotiations.

According to the US State Department, the cessation of hostilities originally agreed on April 16 will now remain in effect for an additional 45 days to allow further diplomatic progress. The truce had been due to expire on Sunday.

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