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Markets Rebound as Hopes for Iran–U.S. Dialogue Ease Geopolitical Tensions

U.S. stock futures edged higher on Wednesday as signs of potential diplomatic movement in the Iran–U.S. standoff helped calm volatile markets. Futures tied to the S&P 500 rose about 0.3%, the Nasdaq 100 gained 0.5%, and Dow Jones Industrial Average futures added 0.2% after a turbulent prior session.  The shift in sentiment followed reports that Iran has quietly approached the United States to discuss terms for ending the escalating conflict , a development that helped cool fears of further disruption in global energy markets. This diplomatic signal contributed to a rebound after Tuesday’s sharp sell-off, when concerns over widening conflict and rising oil prices rattled investors.  The conflict, now in its fifth day, has seen continued strikes and mounting casualties, adding to market unease. Iran is preparing for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, killed in recent attacks, while regional tensions remain high.  Despite the ongoing uncertainty, Wednesda...
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Putin Warns Ukraine: Diplomacy or Force Will Decide War’s End

 

Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures during a press conference, at the end of his visit to China


Russian President Vladimir Putin has told Kyiv there is still a chance to end the war in Ukraine through negotiations — but warned that if diplomacy fails, Russia will achieve its objectives “by force of arms”. Speaking in Beijing at the close of a state visit, Putin said he saw “a certain light at the end of the tunnel,” citing what he described as sincere efforts by the United States to broker a settlement.

Despite signalling a preference for talks, Putin made clear that Moscow’s core demands remain unchanged: Ukraine must abandon any plans to join NATO, address what Russia calls discrimination against Russian speakers, and accept Russian control over at least the Donbas region.

Putin said he was open to meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — but only in Moscow, and only if the meeting was thoroughly prepared and produced tangible results. Kyiv has rejected Moscow as a venue, calling the proposal “unacceptable.”

Zelenskyy continues to push for direct talks, urging Washington to impose further sanctions on Russia if Putin refuses meaningful dialogue. Meanwhile, the conflict — now in its fourth year — shows no sign of slowing, with both sides carrying out fresh strikes on infrastructure and energy facilities.


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