Senior Iranian official tells Reuters that Tehran will not accept deadlines or pressure to make a decision; will not reopen Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a ‘temporary ceasefire’

This statement from the Iranian official signals a firm stance against external pressures, particularly from the U.S., potentially indicating ongoing tensions in the region. The refusal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a temporary ceasefire could keep oil supply routes under threat, impacting energy markets and heightening geopolitical risk perceptions, particularly for related assets like oil and safe havens.