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United States mediates three-week extension of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon following talks at the White House with representatives from both nations. The conflict remains volatile as Hezbollah launched rocket attacks toward northern Israel on Thursday, citing Israeli violations of the truce, while the Israel Defense Forces reported intercepting the projectiles. In southern Lebanon, an Israeli strike in the community of Touline resulted in two deaths, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Health. Additionally, the IDF issued an urgent evacuation notice for residents in Deir Aames. The UN peacekeeping force (FINUL) reported the death of an Indonesian corporal who had been critically injured by a shell explosion on March 29. Meanwhile, U.S. naval presence in the region has increased to three aircraft carriers, and President Trump indicated that while he is not in a hurry to reach a deal with Iran, time is running out for Tehran. Diplomatic efforts continue, though Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon expressed skepticism regarding the long-term stability of the ceasefire given Hezbollah's influence.

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