Iran war live: Trump says war ‘close to over’, Israel pounds Lebanon
Lebanon president says country is no longer a pawn amid Israel ceasefire
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In April 2026, amidst ongoing Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, rare direct talks between Israel and Lebanon were held in Washington, D.C. Simultaneously, a blockade of Iranian ports continued. U.S. President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Fox News that the war was "close to over," suggesting potential follow-up talks with Iran in Pakistan. The conflict's origins and the specific reasons for Israel's continued presence in southern Lebanon remain central questions. The situation raises concerns about the future of Lebanon and the potential for further escalation in the region.
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AI-ExtractedBlockade of Iranian ports continues.
Israeli forces keep up attacks on Hezbollah.
Israel and Lebanon hold rare, direct talks in Washington, DC.
US President Donald Trump tells Fox News the war is “close to over”.
Trump hinted at a second round of face-to-face talks with Iran in Pakistan.
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