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Iran Offers to End Hostilities
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian signaled Iran's willingness to end the war with the US and Israel.
“Bitcoin rose to $67,800 in tandem with 3% gains for U.S. stocks after reports of comments by Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian hinted at eased geopolitical tensions”
He stressed that Washington must provide guarantees that hostilities will not resume.
The announcements triggered relief rallies across global markets.
Trump Claims War Will End Soon
Trump told reporters the war would not last much longer.
He claimed the Strait of Hormuz would reopen automatically once fighting stops.
Trump urged countries affected by the fuel shortage to seek alternatives.
Iran's Security Demands Include Compensation
Iran's willingness to end hostilities was contingent on international security guarantees and economic compensation.
“The Iranian regime raised its demands to end the conflict, calling for international security guarantees and economic compensation as essential conditions”
Tehran insists any agreement must include verifiable commitments to prevent future attacks.
Iran also wants the US to halt operations against its regional proxies.
Pakistan to Host Negotiations
Pakistan announced it would host talks between the US, Iran, and Israel.
Trump claimed negotiations were advancing even as Marines arrived in the region.
Iran's parliament speaker dismissed the proposed talks as a cover.