Iran has told regional mediators that it would send a negotiating team to Islamabad on Tuesday for the second round of talks with the US, via WSJ

This development suggests a potential thaw in relations between Iran and the US, which could influence oil prices depending on the outcomes of the talks.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 20 Apr 2026, 17:23 UTCOn the live feed at 17:03 UTC — 6 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Channel 13, quoting an Israeli official says the failure to raise the issue of ballistic missiles in the negotiations is causing great concern among our political leadership, via Al Jazeera

17:08

VP Vance expected to leave for Pakistan on Tuesday for the next round of peace talks with Iran, according to US officials citing sources who note situation is fluid and plans could change

17:03

Iran has told regional mediators that it would send a negotiating team to Islamabad on Tuesday for the second round of talks with the US, via WSJ

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Iranian politician Malik Shariati says the main issue that can be painful for Washington is the petrodollar issue; "In the first step, to harm America, the oil infrastructure should be targeted"

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If negotiations lead to any easing of sanctions or improved production capabilities, WTI could react positively, especially if supply dynamics are altered. Traders should watch for market sentiment shifts as the talks progress.

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