Pakistan says US-Iran talks continue despite attacks
Pakistan stated that US-Iran talks are still underway. Washington conducted strikes while negotiations reportedly continue. Both sides have traded attacks recently.
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Continued US-Iran friction affects global energy prices and the risk of wider regional conflict involving US forces.
Key entities
- Iran
- Middle East
- United
- Iranian
- American
- Centcom
- East
- Jordan
- Middle
- Trump
- Us-iran
- Donald Trump
What to watch next
- Monitor the next round of reported diplomatic contacts or any new strike announcements for signs of de-escalation.
- Track the next EIA weekly petroleum status report and any congressional briefings on further military steps.
- Watch the next EIA weekly inventory report and any OPEC+ emergency meeting announcement for signals on supply response.
- Monitor upcoming Pentagon briefings and OPEC statements for production guidance.
- Watch the next CENTCOM or State Department briefing for signs of further strikes or diplomatic de-escalation.
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