Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRachel DobkinFriday 24 April 2026 00:17 BSTTrump announces extension to Israel-Lebanon ceasefire after ruling out using nuclear weapon on TehranDonald Trump announced a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire following meetings with officials from both nations.The president made the announcement from the Oval Office on Thursday, emphasizing the agreement to cease firing.It remains uncertain whether the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah will adhere to the extended ceasefire.Trump also dismissed the notion of using a nuclear weapon against Iran, labeling the question "stupid."Vice President JD Vance hailed the ceasefire extension as a "historic moment," crediting the president’s direct engagement for making it happen.In fullIran-US war latest: Trump announces extension to Israel-Lebanon ceasefire after ruling out using nuclear weapon on TehranThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in