Former US President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. He expressed optimism that Israeli and Lebanese leaders would meet with him soon to negotiate a permanent peace agreement.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, and said that he expected Israeli and Lebanese leaders to meet with him over the next couple of weeks, voicing hope for a permanent peace deal this year. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.