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Israel and Lebanon Reach a 10-Day Cease-Fire Deal

Apr 16, 2026 · 11m

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P.M. Edition for April 16. The cease-fire, which went into effect today after nearly seven weeks of fighting, creates space for diplomacy. WSJ national security reporter Robbie Gramer explains what could undermine a potential peace agreement. Plus, while Trump says the U.S. might hold discussions with Iran this weekend, the U.S. is expanding its blockade. WSJ’s senior video and national security correspondent Shelby Holliday discusses how this applies more economic pressure to Iran. And Netflix announces that its chairman and co-founder Reed Hastings is leaving the board. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.