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A critical 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon officially went into effect at midnight on April 17, 2026, offering a much-needed reprieve following weeks of intense regional conflict. The U.S.-brokered truce, aimed at halting active hostilities and cross-border strikes, has been welcomed by the United Nations as a vital window for long-term negotiations. While the Lebanese Army has reported early friction and minor violations, the agreement marks the first direct diplomatic engagement between the two nations in decades. Simultaneously, U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled a major shift in the broader regional landscape, stating on Thursday that the United States…
