Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
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"the agreement will begin to put in place a framework for lasting peace and security."
— Marco Rubio , Politician
"allowing the Lebanese army to begin organising to take over some territory"
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
"They have a lot of respect for me."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Joseph Aoun is the President of Lebanon.
U.S. Secretary of State.
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Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
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