Celebrations in Lebanon as 10-day ceasefire with Israel begins

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Adam HancockApril 17, 2026 at 05:41 AM

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Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain

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A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has come into effect, with celebratory gunfire heard in Beirut as the truce began on Friday morning. The ceasefire was announced by US President Donald Trump on Thursday, which also included Iran-backed Hezbollah in the cessation of hostilities. Joyous scenes occurred across Lebanon, with residents firing into the air to celebrate the end of fighting. However, the Lebanese army reported that Israel committed violations of the ceasefire, including intermittent shelling of several southern Lebanese villages. The Israeli military has yet to comment on these claims. The ceasefire marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which began on March 2.

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Fighting has been ongoing between Israel and Hezbollah since March 2.

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Hezbollah released a statement detailing its military operations against Israel throughout Thursday.

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United States President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire on Thursday.

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A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has come into effect.

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The Lebanese army said early on Friday that Israel committed violations of the ceasefire.

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Litani River 30% Truth Social 30% United States 40% Lebanese Army 50% Iran ×260% Donald Trump ×270% Beirut ×370% Hezbollah ×480% Lebanon ×790% Israel ×790%

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