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Israel agrees Lebanon ceasefire as U.S. pushes for deal

Season 2026 Episode 80 | 4m 33s

President Trump announced a ceasefire deal that would suspend fighting between Israel and Hezbollah for ten days. Hezbollah has not said whether it will abide by the ceasefire. Trump also says leaders from Israel and Lebanon are expected to meet soon in hopes of reaching a broader peace agreement. Stephanie Sy reports.

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