US sources have confirmed to Al Jazeera that US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework for a 60-day ceasefire extension deal, but it still needs President Donald Trump’s approval.

    The confirmation follows an initial report from US media outlet Axios, of a 60-day ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz will reopen, Iran will clear all mines in the waterway within 30 days, Iran will pledge not to build a nuclear weapon and the US will discuss sanctions relief as well as the unfreezing of Iranian assets, according to our team in Washington.

    The Israeli military issues forced displacement orders for the entire population of southern Lebanon – tens of thousands of people – with forces crossing the strategically important Litani River and being confronted by Hezbollah.

    Aid agencies warn of an “absolute catastrophe” in south Lebanon during Israel’s relentless bombardment and intensifying ground invasion.