Pakistan, April 17 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Israel has been banned from carrying out further airstrikes in Lebanon under a U.S. directive. His statement came amid ongoing efforts to stabilize tensions in the Middle East. The announcement is significant as it signals a shift in Washington's approach to the conflict.

Trump said in a social media post that Israel will no longer bomb Lebanon and described the move as strictly enforced by the United States. He emphasized that the decision was final and non-negotiable. Moreover, he warned that continued strikes would not be tolerated.

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