Iran Supreme Leader says he firmly believes in strengthening relations with neighbouring countries
The comments from Iran's Supreme Leader suggest a potential easing of tensions with regional neighbors, positioning Iran as a cooperative partner rather than an aggressor.
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Iran Supreme Leader says he firmly believes in strengthening relations with neighbouring countries
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This could stabilize energy markets, especially if it leads to stronger diplomatic relations that impact oil supply dynamics. However, the denial of involvement in attacks may not fully mitigate concerns among investors regarding regional stability.
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