Iran war: Temporary Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect

As a 10-day ceasefire deal between Lebanon and Israel took effect, the Israeli military said its forces are going to remain in southern Lebanon. DW has the latest.

• A 10-day ceasefire deal between Lebanon and Israel takes effect
• Israeli military says it is going to stay in southern Lebanon
• US President Trump refers to war in Iran as a 'little diversion' in his second term

Here is a round-up of the latest developments on the US-Israeli war with Iran and the wider Middle East on Friday, April 17, 2026: