Israel, Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect, halting war in Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah were exchanging heavy fire until moments before the ceasefire began. President Biden said the U.S. and France helped broker the agreement that halts the deadly war in Lebanon. During the ceasefire, Israel must withdraw from Lebanon and Hezbollah must retreat north of the Litani River.

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