Iranian Foreign Minister says viewpoints were conveyed after a long period of no communication, calling it a good start

The Iranian Foreign Minister's comments suggest a thaw in US-Iran relations, marking a potential shift towards more constructive dialogue after a period of stagnation.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 6 Feb 2026, 14:30 UTCOn the live feed at 14:10 UTC — 7 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Continuation of talks depends on consultations in capitals, with consensus reached to proceed; details, timing, and date to be determined in subsequent discussions.
Talks in dialogues requires refraining from threats.
Did not negotiate any other issues other than nuclear weapons with the US.

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While this initial engagement is framed positively, the lack of concrete details on future discussions and the caution against threats indicates that any substantial progress on nuclear negotiations remains uncertain. This development could impact risk sentiment across various assets, particularly in oil and gold markets, as investor sentiment responds to shifts in geopolitical tensions.

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