Journalist Mallick posts, "To my understanding, Contrary to publicly put out positions and statements, diplomacy and back channel talks and contacts between Iran and US to work out a draft agreement continues to be in the works -- Diplomacy is not dead."

The statement from journalist Mallick suggests that behind-the-scenes diplomatic efforts between Iran and the U.S.

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Senior Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader warns Arab states against cooperating with Israel, Press TV reports

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Journalist Mallick posts, "To my understanding, Contrary to publicly put out positions and statements, diplomacy and back channel talks and contacts between Iran and US to work out a draft agreement continues to be in the works -- Diplomacy is not dead."

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UK Labour Backbencher Catherine West told POLITICO she wants to “give a deadline” of Tuesday morning for the required 81 MPs to back her and force a leadership contest.

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are still ongoing, despite public assertions. This could indicate a potential thaw in relations, which, if substantive, may lead to shifts in energy markets, particularly affecting crude oil prices such as WTI. Traders should watch for any developments that could either escalate or alleviate tensions, as this might influence commodity pricing and geopolitical risk premiums.

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