Iranian Government Spokesperson says we are still looking to settle matters diplomatically despite being treated with a hostile approach

The Iranian government spokesperson's comments suggest a willingness to pursue diplomatic avenues despite perceived hostility, indicating potential for further negotiations.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 27 Jan 2026, 07:47 UTCOn the live feed at 07:27 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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However, the mention of keeping all options on the table hints at underlying tensions that could escalate, impacting markets sensitive to geopolitical risks, particularly in energy and safe-haven assets.

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