- The Lebanese army reported multiple Israeli violations of a ceasefire that began at midnight, hours after Donald Trump praised the "historic" truce.
- Intermittent shelling was reported in several villages in southern Lebanon, prompting the army to advise citizens against returning to the area.
- The 10-day ceasefire followed weeks of intense conflict, including Israeli bombardment and a ground invasion in southern Lebanon, and attacks by Hezbollah on northern Israel.
- Trump expressed optimism about the truce on Truth Social, hoping it could lead to an extended ceasefire involving Iran, the US, and Israel.
- Hezbollah insisted the truce must cover all Lebanese territory and restrict Israeli movement, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated it does not entail withdrawing Israeli forces from southern Lebanon.
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