Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which he expressed gratitude for Trump’s efforts to promote a ceasefire in Lebanon. The Lebanese presidential office confirmed the call, according to a report by Al Jazeera. In a post on social media platform X, Aoun thanked Trump for his initiatives aimed at establishing a ceasefire and ensuring long-term peace and stability in Lebanon.

The official statement added that President Aoun reiterated the urgent need to establish a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah “as soon as possible.” It was also reported that Trump expressed his support for Lebanon and for President Aoun personally. The exchange is being viewed as part of broader diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Lebanon.

The phone call highlights renewed international engagement in seeking to end hostilities in the region, though the source did not specify any concrete outcomes or next steps following the discussion.