United States — Federal Reserve & Masoud Pezeshkian

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's policy actions, including its decision to hold interest rates due to inflation fears caused by surging energy costs, are being assessed by investors in the context of the broader market uncertainty.

Masoud Pezeshkian: Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran, stated that Iran welcomes talks but views the blockade and threats as obstacles to genuine negotiations.

United States — Federal Reserve: Donald Trump renewed his threat to sack United States — Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell, though this had little major market reaction.

Masoud Pezeshkian: Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran, has expressed skepticism about the US's intentions in the peace talks, stating that Iran will not surrender to force. His public statements reflect Iran's internal debate and resolve.

United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts are being watched, with market odds narrowing due to economic data and inflationary pressures from the oil shock.