Ceasefire in Lebanon: US President Donald Trump says a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon will begin at 5 p.m. ET. A leading Hezbollah official said the group would abide by the agreement if Israeli attacks stop, and Lebanon’s prime minister welcomed the announcement.
• US-Iran diplomacy: The deadly Israeli military offensive in Lebanon has been a key sticking point in negotiations on the US-Iran war. Pakistan’s army chief met with officials in Tehran today, and the White House has expressed optimism about reaching a deal, noting that a potential second round of talks would likely be held in Pakistan.
• Latest from the Pentagon: US military officials said troops in the Middle East are “rearming” and stand ready to resume combat if Iran negotiations fail.
• Naval blockade: The Joint Chiefs chairman warned that the US could use force against ships trying to bypass the blockade against Iranian ports. CNN
