MIDDLE EAST LIVE 17 April: Israel-Lebanon ceasefire begins

Heavy machinery clears rubble from a building destroyed by airstrikes in Beirut, Lebanon. Workers in safety gear are present at the site of the recent destruction.
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Heavy machinery clears rubble from a building destroyed by airstrikes in Beirut, Lebanon.
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A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon came into effect at midnight in Beirut, offering a pause in hostilities after weeks of fighting. The UN Secretary-General has welcomed the agreement and urged all parties to respect it, expressing hope it could open the way for further negotiations. Stay with us for live updates. App users can follow coverage here.

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