On May 15, 2026, the United States announced that Israeli and Lebanese representatives have agreed to extend their ceasefire for an additional 45 days.
This truce is intended to mitigate the fighting in the region, although reports indicate that violations continue, particularly in southern areas.
The US played a crucial role in facilitating this agreement, highlighting its ongoing involvement in Middle Eastern diplomacy.
Updates
Update at 10:10 UTC on 2026-05-16
Le Monde reported Lebanon's National News Agency reported airstrikes on at least five villages in the south. The Israeli military launched the attack just one day after the two parties agreed to extend the truce by 45 days.
Sources: Le Monde
Update at 08:45 UTC on 2026-05-17
France 24 reported Israel launched a massive series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, despite an extension of the truce between the two countries.
Sources: France 24