Iran talks likely Friday, Trump sees positive outcome
US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that a second round of talks with Iran could take place on Friday, saying positive developments are expected. His remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions and advance negotiations.
US stocks hit record highs on Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and US-Iran peace hopes, while oil surged nearly 4% on Strait of Hormuz supply concerns despite Middle East tension easing, as Treasury yields rose in bear steepening amid strong economic data and dollar gained for first time in nine sessions
WTI crude stabilizes at $91 per barrel as U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension talks and potential peace agreement by end-April ease concerns over Strait of Hormuz tensions, with panic buyers exiting the market after seven weeks of maritime blockade standoff
South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index briefly surpassed the 6,000 mark during intraday trading for the first time since Middle East conflict began, driven by growing expectations of a regional ceasefire
US and Iran hold highest-level negotiations in 47 years in Islamabad, Pakistan, with talks deadlocked over Strait of Hormuz control as Iran demands recognition of passage rights while US deploys warships to the strategic waterway amid ongoing Israel-Lebanon clashes
WTI crude futures rebound 2.56% to $96.83 per barrel as Middle East ceasefire uncertainty and Strait of Hormuz blockade concerns offset previous day's 14% plunge, with analysts expecting prices to remain elevated amid ongoing regional tensions
Hostage and prisoner exchange marks key step towards Middle East ceasefire
On October 14, 2025, a significant event unfolded in the Middle East as the remaining Israeli hostages taken on October 7 were released and reunited with their families in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square amidst cheers and emotional scenes. This moment of relief came alongside the release of nearly 2,000 ... [More info]
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