Event Brief
Lebanon's President Thanks Trump for Ceasefire Efforts
Filed: Apr 16, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Summary: Joseph Aoun expressed gratitude to Donald Trump for his efforts in securing a ceasefire with Israel during a phone call.
WHO: Joseph Aoun
WHAT: thanked Trump for ceasefire efforts
WHEN: Apr 16, 2026 at 11:58 AM ET
WHERE: Beirut
WHY: Aoun rejected a US request for a direct call with Netanyahu.
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