Israeli-Hezbollah truce takes effect

The US-brokered ceasefire was announced on Tuesday following tense negotiations

The US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese-based armed group Hezbollah went into effect at 4 am local time on Wednesday. There were no immediate reports of violations. 

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesman Avichay Adraee told reporters that the Israeli troops would remain in southern Lebanon for the time being. He warned Israelis who fled the border towns due to Hezbollah rocket fire that it is not safe to return yet.

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