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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Martin Farrer

Morning Mail: Netanyahu backs Lebanon ceasefire, trade war fears after Trump threats, an epic bible tale

Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has recommended a ceasefire deal with Lebanon to his cabinet.
Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has recommended a ceasefire deal with Lebanon to his cabinet. Photograph: Gil Cohen-Magen/AP

Morning everyone. At the time of writing Israel appears on the brink of a ceasefire with Lebanon, with Benjamin Netanyahu recommending the deal to his cabinet. We have the very latest for you.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s threat to slap tariffs on some of America’s biggest trading partners has sparked fears of a global trade war and prompted threats of retaliatory measures. See below for news and analysis.

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