Iran source says that there has been US "outreach" and that Tehran is "willing to listen", according to CNN

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“The proposals being looked at are aimed not merely at achieving a ceasefire, but a concrete agreement to end the conflict between the US and Iran,” they added without going into further detail".
"“Iran is not asking for a meeting or direct talks with the United States but is willing to listen if a plan for a sustainable deal comes within reach that would preserve the national interests of the Islamic Republic of Iran".
“Iran is ready to provide all the necessary guarantees that it will never develop nuclear weapons but is entitled to peaceful use of nuclear technology.” The source insisted that any proposal must also include ending all sanctions imposed on Iran".

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This headline suggests a potential thaw in US-Iran relations, with Iran indicating a willingness to consider proposals that could lead to a sustainable agreement, especially on nuclear issues. If true, this could impact key markets, particularly oil and metals, as easing tensions often leads to lower risk premiums in those sectors. Traders should monitor how this develops, as a concrete deal could shift sentiment significantly across commodities and equities, particularly in energy-dependent markets.

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