US-Israel-Iran conflict: Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire; Latest updates
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Beirut’s Haret Hreik struck 62 times in six weeks, 26 buildings destroyed -
Pentagon warns Iran it cannot rebuild military, says 13 ships turned away from blockade -
EU’s von der Leyen welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, calls for path to permanent peace -
Canada welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, calls for Hezbollah to disarm under UN resolution -
Pakistan’s PM Sharif welcomes Lebanon ceasefire, credits Trump’s diplomatic leadership -
UAE welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, backs Lebanon’s efforts to dismantle terrorist groups -
Netanyahu says Israel will remain in Lebanon’s security zone, demands Hezbollah disarmament for peace deal -
Trump calls it a potentially historic day for Lebanon -
Trump urges Hezbollah to observe ceasefire, says peace must prevail -
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Beirut’s Haret Hreik struck 62 times in six weeks, 26 buildings destroyed
A local official in Beirut’s southern suburb of Haret Hreik said Israel struck the neighborhood 62 times over the past six weeks, destroying 26 buildings completely, according to the Associated Press.
Deputy mayor Sadek Slim said partially damaged buildings have been cleared but special equipment is needed for those totally destroyed.
Thousands of residents fled the area, widely reported as a Hezbollah stronghold, as part of a mass displacement crisis across Beirut’s southern suburbs.
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Pentagon warns Iran it cannot rebuild military, says 13 ships turned away from blockade
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged Iran’s new regime to make a deal, warning that Iran has lost its ability to rebuild its military after US forces destroyed its defense industrial base.
He said Iran’s remaining launchers and missiles are being dug out “with no ability to replace them,” adding “you have no defense industry, no ability to replenish your offensive or defensive capabilities.”
Hegseth said Iran faces a choice between “a golden age” through a deal or “more bombs and a continued blockade,” stressing the US will ensure Iran never has a nuclear weapon “the nice way, through a deal, or the hard way.”
Joint Chiefs Chairman General Dan Caine clarified that the blockade targets only ships going to or from Iranian ports, not all Strait of Hormuz traffic, with enforcement occurring in Iran’s territorial seas and international waters.
He said 13 ships have turned around rather than face the blockade, and no boarding has been required. Caine added that US forces in the Indo-Pacific will also pursue “dark fleet vessels” carrying Iranian oil or providing material support to Tehran.
CENTCOM Commander Admiral Bradley Cooper said US troops are using the ceasefire to rearm and retool, describing them as “highly motivated, focused, vigilant and ready” after visiting 70 locations across the region.
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EU’s von der Leyen welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, calls for path to permanent peace
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon mediated by President Trump, calling it “a relief, as this conflict has already claimed far too many lives.”
She said a temporary pause is not enough and called for “a path to permanent peace.”
Von der Leyen said Europe will continue to advocate for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and support the Lebanese people through humanitarian aid.
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Canada welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, calls for Hezbollah to disarm under UN resolution
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand welcomed the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, calling it an important step toward de-escalation.
She called on all parties to respect the ceasefire and reiterated Canada’s demand that Hezbollah disarm in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
Anand reaffirmed Canada’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, expressing solidarity with civilians affected by the conflict.
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Pakistan’s PM Sharif welcomes Lebanon ceasefire, credits Trump’s diplomatic leadership
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the ceasefire in Lebanon, praising President Trump’s “bold and sagacious diplomatic efforts” and expressing hope it will lead to sustainable peace.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, pledging continued support for lasting peace in the region.
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UAE welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, backs Lebanon’s efforts to dismantle terrorist groups
The UAE welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon announced by President Trump, commending US diplomatic efforts in reaching the agreement.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed hope the development will foster regional stability and called for continued international coordination to prevent further escalation.
The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s solidarity with the Lebanese government, supporting its efforts to ensure arms remain solely with the state and to dismantle terrorist organizations, calling it a pivotal step toward national security.
The UAE stressed its commitment to Lebanon’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and its support for the Lebanese people’s aspirations for security, stability, and prosperity.
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Netanyahu says Israel will remain in Lebanon’s security zone, demands Hezbollah disarmament for peace deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has an opportunity to forge a historic peace agreement with Lebanon following President Trump’s invitation for both leaders to visit the White House. He said the shifted balance of power in Lebanon made direct talks possible for the first time in over 40 years.
Netanyahu said he agreed to a 10-day ceasefire but rejected both of Hezbollah’s conditions – a full Israeli withdrawal to the international border and a quiet-for-quiet arrangement. He said Israel is maintaining a reinforced security buffer zone stretching from the coast to the Syrian border, approximately 10 kilometers deep, which he described as “much stronger, more intense, more continuous, and more solid” than the previous arrangement.
He outlined two fundamental demands for peace talks: Hezbollah’s disarmament and a sustainable peace agreement built on strength. Netanyahu said Hezbollah still possesses rockets that will need to be addressed as part of any security agreement.
Netanyahu added that Trump told him he is “tremendously determined to continue the naval blockade and to bring about the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear capability,” saying the US president “is certain he can eliminate this threat once and for all.” Netanyahu said the missile threat and enrichment capability would also be addressed but did not elaborate.
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Trump calls it a potentially historic day for Lebanon
President Donald Trump said it “may have been a historic day for Lebanon,” adding “good things are happening.”
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Trump urges Hezbollah to observe ceasefire, says peace must prevail
President Donald Trump called on Hezbollah to “act nicely and well during this important period of time,” saying it would be a “GREAT moment for them” if they do. He added “no more killing. Must finally have PEACE.”
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