Afghanistan, April 17 -- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire aimed at easing tensions and paving the way for negotiations on a longer-term security arrangement.
Reuters reported the truce took effect at 5 p.m. Eastern Time on April 16, as part of efforts to create conditions for direct talks between the two sides.
Under the agreement, Lebanon has committed to preventing attacks by Hezbollah and other non-state armed groups against Israel during the ceasefire period.
In return, Israel agreed to halt offensive military operations inside Lebanese territory, while retaining the right to respond to any immediate threats.
The ceasefire follows weeks of cross-border violence and heightened tensions linked to the broader region...