DONALD TRUMP SAID U.S. OFFICIALS HELD TALKS WITH ISRAELI AND LEBANESE REPRESENTATIVES AT THE WHITE HOUSE, FOCUSING ON REGIONAL SECURITY AND SUPPORT FOR LEBANON AGAINST HEZBOLLAH. - TRUTH SOCIAL

Donald Trump reported via Truth Social that U.S. officials held talks with Israeli and Lebanese representatives at the White House focused on regional security and support for Lebanon against Hezbollah. The discussions imply a potential shift in diplomatic engagement, which could influence risk appetite in Middle Eastern markets by signaling efforts to stabilize a volatile region. Israeli defense stocks and Lebanese sovereign debt may be particularly sensitive to changes in perceived conflict risk and foreign backing. Geopolitical risk repricing is the primary transmission channel, with investors assessing the likelihood of de-escalation or renewed hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border. Traders will watch for official confirmation from U.S. or regional governments and any follow-up statements on military or financial aid to Lebanon.

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