Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held a phone conversation with US Vice President JD Vance on Monday to discuss maintaining the current ceasefire and halting further Israeli military escalation, according to the Lebanese presidency.
The direct line between Beirut and Washington marks a significant escalation in diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region.
The call comes as senior Lebanese officials have reportedly informed the United States that Hezbollah is prepared to agree to a full ceasefire with Israel, according to separate reports.
Markets are monitoring the diplomatic developments closely, as any sustained de-escalation could reduce geopolitical risk premiums in energy and shipping sectors.
The ongoing conflict has previously driven volatility in regional trade routes and energy prices.
The conversation underscores the US role in mediating the conflict, with Vice President Vance engaging directly with regional leaders to prevent a broader war.