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Markets Rally, the Dollar Eases and Rate Expectations Shift After Iran Framework
The first global reaction combined higher equities, lower oil, stronger bonds and a weaker dollar, but central banks will wait for evidence that inflation…
Oil Falls to a Three-Month Low, but Physical Supply Recovery May Lag
Crude prices dropped sharply after the US-Iran framework, although mines, insurance and disrupted logistics may delay the return of normal Gulf exports.
Middle East Flight Recovery Remains Uneven as Foreign Airlines Extend Suspensions
Regional capacity is returning, but several international carriers continue to delay services to Dubai, Doha, Riyadh and other destinations.
US and Iran Move Closer to a Framework Deal, but the Signing Timetable Remains Unclear
Washington, Islamabad and Tehran are describing progress differently, leaving the timetable, verification sequence and regional ceasefire arrangements unresolved.
US and Iran Edge Closer to a Framework as Signing Date Remains Unclear
Washington, Islamabad and Tehran are describing progress differently, leaving the timetable and implementation sequence unresolved.
Trump Says Iran Agreement Is Scheduled for Sunday and Hormuz Would Reopen
The US president presented a firm timetable, but Iranian statements remained more cautious about whether the deal was ready for signature.
Pakistan Says Final US–Iran Text Is Ready as Tehran Questions the Timetable
Pakistan’s prime minister said the wording was agreed and electronic signing was expected within 24 hours.
Hard-Line Protesters in Iran Challenge the Emerging US Deal
Demonstrators accused negotiators of conceding too much as domestic opposition became a visible risk to implementation.
War Fatigue and Soaring Prices Deepen Pressure on Iranian Households
Business closures, job losses and triple-digit food inflation are intensifying the domestic cost of the conflict.
US Says It Downed Multiple Iranian Drones While Negotiations Continued
Military activity persisted around the region even as both sides said a diplomatic framework was moving closer.
Iranian Media Says Draft Deal Could Release $24 Billion in Frozen Assets
The reported financial component remains politically sensitive and requires confirmation of ownership, custody and release conditions.
Gulf Markets Remain Volatile as Conflict Headlines Move Investor Sentiment
Regional indices have swung between military escalation and hopes that diplomacy could reopen trade routes.