Tehran seeks negotiations to halt hostilities, unfreeze assets, and address maritime disputes amid skepticism over US intentions.
Iran’s Foreign Minister stated the country’s focus remains on ending regional conflicts, including in Lebanon, and securing the release of frozen assets. Tehran also demands an end to what it calls maritime piracy, despite distrust of US actions in negotiations.
Iran is reviewing US proposals for peace but remains cautious due to past tensions. The remarks follow comments from US officials linking oil shipments and regional stability to Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Markets have reacted cautiously, weighing the potential for short-term escalation against prospects for de-escalation.
No immediate market reaction was specified, but geopolitical risks remain a key driver for oil and regional asset volatility.