Iran war live: Lebanon truce extended; Trump says time not on Tehran’s side

Al Jazeera
April 24, 2026
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A truce in Lebanon has been extended as President Trump states time is not on Tehran's side in the Iran War.

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A truce in Lebanon has been extended, while President Trump stated that time is not on Tehran's side regarding the ongoing conflict. This development occurs as Gaza's Health Ministry reports 72,568 deaths and 172,338 injuries from Israel's "ongoing genocidal war on Gaza." The extension of the Lebanon truce suggests a temporary de-escalation in one theater of the broader regional tensions. President Trump's remarks indicate continued pressure from the White House on Iran amidst the conflict. The reported casualty figures highlight the severe humanitarian impact of the hostilities in Gaza.

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