[MARKET UPDATE] Markets pare some of the earlier escalatory moves as Israel denies attacks in Iran, while a journalist implies Ghalibaf news is false and as Iran air defense activation was reportedly a test

The denial of Israeli attacks in Iran and the assertion that journalist claims about Ghalibaf are false appear to be easing some earlier market tensions.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 23 Apr 2026, 18:27 UTCOn the live feed at 18:07 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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SNB Vice Chairman says SNB has a greater willingness to intervene in the FX market, via RTS

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Iranian Media Journalist Khalili says resignation of Ghalibaf from the chairmanship of the negotiating delegation is not true

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[MARKET UPDATE] Markets pare some of the earlier escalatory moves as Israel denies attacks in Iran, while a journalist implies Ghalibaf news is false and as Iran air defense activation was reportedly a test

18:05

Iranian media says activating air defenses in Tehran was a test, via Al Araby

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This suggests a potential stabilization in geopolitical sentiments, which could be supportive for risk assets as fears of escalation diminish, particularly in oil markets and related equities.

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