[CALENDAR ADDITION] Senior Israeli Official says Israeli Security Cabinet are to convene to discuss a possible Lebanon ceasefire at 18:00 BST / 13:00 EDT

The announcement of an Israeli Security Cabinet meeting to discuss a ceasefire in Lebanon indicates potential for de-escalation in regional tensions. If a ceasefire is agreed upon, expect to see positive impacts on risk sentiment, which could lead to a shift in safe-haven assets like gold and the Japanese yen, while also influencing energy prices, particularly WTI and broader commodities markets. Monitor the market reaction closely as developments unfold today.