Watch: Biden gives remarks on Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement

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President Biden delivered remarks from the White House Rose Garden Tuesday following reports that a ceasefire has been reached between Israel and Hezbollah over fighting in Lebanon.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday he would recommend the agreement to his full Cabinet for approval. If advanced, the ceasefire will begin Wednesday.

The deal reportedly includes a 60-day pause in fighting that could help form a longer-lasting ceasefire.

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