Iranian-American academic Marandi, who is a political analyst and said to be closely linked to the Iranian government says he advises US Vice President J.D. Vance to unpack his suitcases and not to head to Islamabad

This comment from Marandi suggests that tensions between the U.S.

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Iranian-American academic Marandi, who is a political analyst and said to be closely linked to the Iranian government says he advises US Vice President J.D. Vance to unpack his suitcases and not to head to Islamabad

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Says: "With the current delusional and unrealistic demands and continued naval blockade, no one in Tehran is willing to negotiate with him."

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and Iran are escalating, particularly regarding negotiations and diplomacy. The call for U.S. officials to reconsider travel plans signals a lack of progress in discussions, which could impact geopolitical stability in the region and may influence market sentiment around oil and risk assets. Traders should stay alert for any developments that might affect diplomatic relations or lead to further sanctions.

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