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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...
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Market Uncertainty: Fed Policy Takes Center Stage Amid Middle East Tensions

The U.S. stock market is facing a period of uncertainty as investors weigh the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision against escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained flat, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 saw modest gains of 0.1% and 0.2%, respectively.  

Concerns over potential U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict have kept markets on edge. President Trump’s recent statements and meetings with his national security team have fueled speculation that the U.S. may take action, prompting Iran to prepare retaliatory measures.  

Meanwhile, oil prices have fluctuated, with Brent crude rising above $76 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate trading just above $75. Investors are closely watching the Federal Reserve’s policy announcement, expected later today, for insights into potential rate cuts and economic stability. Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference will be pivotal in shaping market sentiment moving forward.  

With geopolitical risks and economic policy decisions colliding, traders are bracing for volatility in the days ahead.

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