The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has significantly expanded its naval and air presence near Iran’s coastal and port regions, with deploying more than 10,000 troops, 12 warships and around 100 military aircraft.
US President Donald Trump has said he will invite Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House as part of efforts to advance ongoing diplomatic engagement between Lebanon and Israel.
A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel came into effect, triggering celebrations across Beirut, where residents marked the pause in hostilities with scenes of public relief and jubilation.
US President Donald Trump has announced a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, saying both sides have agreed to the temporary truce aimed at paving the way for broader peace efforts.
Iran wants to hold the US and Israel accountable for the assassination of its leaders, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, told Russia’s Ria Novosti news agency.
According to IDF officials, ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is expected to begin at 7pm local time today (April 16 ).