London, April 17 (QNA) - British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper welcomed Friday the announcement by US President Donald Trump of a ceasefire in Lebanon.

In a statement, Cooper said the ceasefire offers much-needed hope for civilians, allowing people to return to their homes and enabling those who have suffered the most in this war to begin rebuilding their lives.

She called for this to be the moment that paves the way for lasting peace.

She noted that reaching a long-term political settlement, in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1701, is the only way to restore security and stability.

US President announced Thursday evening, that an agreement had been reached on a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. (QNA)