CBS' Jacobs reports "White House officials are cautiously hopeful that the latest negotiations with Iran are making progress, sources familiar"

Newsquawk StaffPublished 27 Mar 2026, 15:45 UTC

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Source adds "Pakistan has direct contact with Iran's security establishment that controls the country, not just the foreign ministry"

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The report on cautious optimism from the White House regarding negotiations with Iran could imply a potential thaw in relations, which may impact oil prices and broader geopolitical risk sentiment. If progress is perceived as substantial, we could see a stronger USD as markets adjust to a more stable energy landscape, while commodities like WTI and gold may react negatively.

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