Russia's Kremlin says it would welcome new contact between Russian and US foreign ministers; notes of technical contacts between both sides at the foreign minister level

The Kremlin's openness to renewed conversations between Russian and U.S. foreign ministers suggests a potential thaw in relations, which could ease tensions and lead to more stability in global markets. Such diplomatic gestures often influence risk sentiment, benefiting equities and weighing on safe havens like gold, depending on the developments that follow.