Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov tells Iranian counterpart Araghchi that it is important to ensure that no new fighting breaks out, and Moscow is on high alert to help in the settlement, while the latter warned warns of dangerous consequences of US actions
Lavrov's comments underscore escalating tensions between the U.S.
Iran accuses five Arab nations of complicity with Israel and US, and demands compensation from five Arab nations, according to TASS
US VP Vance said we made some progress in Iran talks and he wouldn't say things went wrong, adds Iranians moved in our direction in talks but not far enough
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov tells Iranian counterpart Araghchi that it is important to ensure that no new fighting breaks out, and Moscow is on high alert to help in the settlement, while the latter warned warns of dangerous consequences of US actions
US eyes potential second round of in-person talks with Iran as blockade takes hold, according to CNN
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and Iran, signaling potential instability in the region. This creates a risk-off sentiment, possibly benefiting safe-haven assets like gold and the JPY, while also impacting energy prices with heightened volatility expected in oil markets. Traders should monitor how this geopolitical climate influences risk appetite and cross-asset correlations moving forward.
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