Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day ceasefire extension after talks in Washington, the US State Department has confirmed. The announcement follows two 'productive' days of discussions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, according to a US official. Further negotiations are scheduled for June.
The previous truce, announced by US President Donald Trump on April 16, was due to expire on Sunday. The extension aims to build on the progress made so far.
Tommy Piggott of the State Department stated on social media: 'We hope these discussions will advance lasting peace between the two countries, full recognition of each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and establishing genuine security along their shared border.'
This is a developing story. More updates will follow as details emerge.
