[MARKET UPDATE] Oil surges, stocks hit, dollar bid, T-notes and gold sold after Tasnim reports Iran decision not to attend Pakistan is final, while AP reports Vance has called off the trip

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Regional mediators, led by Pakistan, are racing to try to convince Iran to join talks with the U.S. in Islamabad this week, after Tehran said it won't send its delegation before the blockade on its ports is lifted, via WSJ

VP Vance's trip to Pakistan has been postponed indefinitely, Axios' Ravid reports citing a US source

[MARKET UPDATE] Oil surges, stocks hit, dollar bid, T-notes and gold sold after Tasnim reports Iran decision not to attend Pakistan is final, while AP reports Vance has called off the trip

US Vice President Vance calls off a trip to Pakistan, AP reports citing a US official

Iran's decision not to attend Pakistan on Wednesday is final, reports Tasnim

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The news regarding Iran's final decision not to attend the Pakistan meeting, coupled with the cancellation of Vance's trip, could signal escalating geopolitical tensions in the region. This has likely spooked investors, leading to a surge in oil prices while simultaneously pushing stocks lower and increasing demand for safe-haven assets such as the dollar and gold. Watch for further market reactions as the situation develops, especially implications for oil supply stability and broader risk sentiment.

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