April 24, Kathmandu – U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended for an additional three weeks. According to his post on Truth Social, the decision to prolong the ceasefire period was made following a meeting between Israeli and Lebanese officials held in the Oval Office. Trump also described the meeting as highly positive. U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were also present at the meeting.
“America will work closely with Lebanon,” President Trump stated, “which will strengthen our defense against Hezbollah alongside Lebanon.” He also revealed plans to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House next week. During a conversation with reporters in the Oval Office, Trump shared this information about the leaders’ upcoming visit, as reported by the BBC.
