US and Iran are working with mediators to formulate a 14-point MoU that would set the parameters for a month of talks to end the war, and talks could resume as early as next week in Islamabad, WSJ reports

The reported framework for a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran signals a potential thaw in relations that could stabilize energy markets, particularly for WTI.

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The us would wind back its blockade of Iranian ports during 30 days of talks.
Iran remains opposed to transferring nuclear material to the US an Iranian official said.
Details of the length of any suspension of Iran’s enrichment or the possible removal of enriched uranium from the country remain unresolved.

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The temporary easing of the US blockade on Iranian ports during talks may raise supply expectations, although unresolved issues around nuclear materials could add volatility. If negotiations proceed smoothly, we could see a favorable impact on market sentiment toward riskier assets and commodities linked to energy pricing.

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