The United States on Thursday pushed to extend a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire ahead of its Sunday expiry, as President Donald Trump voiced optimism over China’s efforts on Iran. Violence flared as Israeli and Lebanese officials met in Washington, while Israeli strikes in Lebanon continued despite the truce remaining formally in place.
Issued on: 14/05/2026 - 05:35
Modified: 15/05/2026 - 07:23
The United States on Thursday sought to extend a shaky ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon as President Donald Trump voiced optimism at China's efforts on Iran.
A ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel – considered to still be in place despite hundreds of deaths in Israeli strikes – ends on Sunday and violence again flared as the two governments met in Washington.
