The US and Lebanon say the ceasefire deal with Israel - which had been due to expire on Sunday - has been extended until mid-February. Israel had kept troops deployed in Lebanon beyond the initial deadline,

Israeli forces in southern Lebanon on Sunday opened fire on protesters demanding their withdrawal in line with a ceasefire agreement, killing at least 22 and injuring 124, Lebanese health officials reported.

Lebanon’s caretaker government announced on Monday that it has agreed to extend the ceasefire agreement with Israel until February 18, following the expiration of the initial 60-day truce on Sunday. The extension comes after discussions involving Lebanon's leadership and consultations with the U.