Mideast factors to watch on Sept. 27
Reuters preview notes oil, gold and regional stocks as markets react to Iran war developments and air travel warnings.
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Iran awaits US response to proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran says its proposal could reopen the strait and pause regional fighting within seven days if the US agrees. Reuters could not immediately confirm a Wall Street Journal report that Trump rejected the offer.
Oil prices fall 2% as US, Iran explore phased path out of war
Brent crude settled at $104.32 a barrel and WTI at $92.41. Traders also weighed talk of a possible US diesel export ban and disruptions to Saudi oil flows from Houthi attacks.
MNI ASIA OPEN: 20Y Highs for 10Y Yld, S&P Flash PMIs Surge
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY * MNI FED: Gov Barr: Base Case Is For Further Hikes: #83aa171c-7fc4-49fd-82f5-351bcb071d96 * MNI IRAN: Security Chief Says In No Rush To Negotiate: #5df7e2ac-e490-4920-91fd-84069fe559a3 * MNI IRAN: Pezeshkian Talks On Nuclear, Hormuz & US Stance In UN Address: #c9b6854d-8cab-47cb-8646-ce411062279c * M
AMERICAS OIL: US OIL: September 23- Americas Midday Oil Summary: Crude Rises
US OIL: September 23- Americas Midday Oil Summary: Crude Rises WTI Crude has risen as earlier optimism around US-Iran diplomatic efforts has eased following more hardline rhetoric from Iranian officials in recent hours, though eased back from daily highs after a senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran was revi
OIL: Oil Summary at European Close: Crude Rises
Crude has risen as optimism around US-Iran diplomatic efforts has eased following more hardline rhetoric from Iranian officials in recent hours, though eased back from daily highs after a senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran was reviewing a US response to its proposal. * Brent NOV 26 up 1.9% at 101.14$/bbl
US Briefing 21/09/2026: Trump Says He Is ‘Open’ To Meeting Iran’s Pres During UNGA; Trsy Sec Bessent Hails US-China AI Dialogue Ahead Of Leaders’ Meeting
Trump Says He Is Open To Meeting Iran s Pres During UNGA Trump Warns He s Entered Deciding Mode On Iran, Big Things In Store Pakistan Interior Minister Visits Iran To Discuss Regional Situation Ukraine Fires Over 1K Drones At Russia; Largest Ever Moscow Attack Trump To Meet Zelensky As Russia-Ukraine Attacks Intensify
UPDATE 1 — Turkey says it could help meet Saudi military needs under defence pact
(Adds quotes, details and background throughout) Mecca Joint Defence Agreement treats attack on one signatory as attack on all three Fidan says Turkey conveyed proposals to all sides to end fighting Pakistan says no military response discussions have taken place under pact ANKARA, Sept 19 (Reuters) — Turkish Foreign Mi
Houthis take effective control of Bab al-Mandeb chokepoint
The briefing says Houthis have taken effective control of the Bab al-Mandeb chokepoint.
Iran FM and Pakistan army chief discuss de-escalation talks
Iran’s foreign minister and Pakistan’s army chief discussed steps to restore diplomatic efforts, including a possible return to talks, as they also discussed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Crude extends losses toward $80 after Iran-Oman corridor talks
Crude oil slid toward $80 per barrel for a third straight session after reports Iran and Oman discussed a temporary joint maritime corridor in the Strait of Hormuz, with additional diplomacy involving Pakistan and Qatar.
UK natural gas prices drop further, down 4%
UK natural gas prices fell 4% on Wednesday, extending losses from the previous session as signs of progress in Middle East talks eased fears of further supply disruptions.
European natural gas extends decline below €64/MWh
European natural gas prices fell more than 4% to below €64 per megawatt-hour on Wednesday, extending the prior session’s losses amid easing Middle East supply-squeeze fears.
Brent eases for third straight session near $87/bbl
Brent crude slipped to around $87 per barrel on Wednesday, extending third-session losses amid reports Iran and Oman discussed a temporary Strait of Hormuz maritime corridor and related diplomacy.
Crude slips for third straight session near $81/bbl
Crude oil eased to around $81 per barrel on Wednesday, extending a third consecutive session of losses amid Strait of Hormuz corridor talks involving Iran and Oman.
SPY USO Pakistan and Iran explore a path towards new talks with the US in a China- initiated push - Sources. Pakistan is considering resumin
SPY USO Pakistan and Iran explore a path towards new talks with the US in a China- initiated push - Sources. Pakistan is considering resuming stalled US-Iran talks to end their nearly five-month-old war, according to three Pakistani sources, following a push by China. Exploratory discussions took place during Iran's In
Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi: discussions with Pakistan, as a mediator, regarding their initiatives and proposals. The problem is not th
Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi: discussions with Pakistan, as a mediator, regarding their initiatives and proposals. The problem is not the lack of a mediator between the United States and us, but rather the problematic approach of the Americans - Tasnim News.
Iran FM discussed recent US strikes with Pakistan counterpart
Iran FM discussed recent US strikes with Pakistan counterpart
Qatar Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Positive Progress Made In US-Iran Talks In Doha On Islamabad MoU
Qatar And Pakistan Mediators Held Separate Meetings With US And Iranian Negotiators In Doha Parties Agreed To Continue Discussions, With Next Meeting To Be Scheduled As Soon As Possible Following Funeral Processions For Former Iranian Supreme Leader
US Senate backs Iran war powers resolution
The US Senate voted 50-48 to adopt a resolution directing President Trump to end US hostilities with Iran
US Senate Backs Iran War Powers
The US Senate voted 50-48 to adopt a House-approved Iran war powers resolution directing an end to US hostilities
Iran Allows Nuclear Inspectors
Iran agrees to allow nuclear inspectors this week after successful US-Iran talks
US, Iran Agree on Roadmap
The US and Iran have agreed on a roadmap for a final deal within 60 days, including the establishment of a committee and a mechanism to end hostilities in Lebanon.
Iran: US-Iran MOU Talks
Iran and the US to discuss implementation of memorandum of understanding at Bürgenstock meeting
US, Iran Agree Roadmap
The US and Iran have agreed on a roadmap to reach a final deal within 60 days, including the establishment of a committee and a mechanism to end hostilities in Lebanon.
Iran: US-Iran MoU Talks
Iran and the US to discuss implementation of Memorandum of Understanding at Bürgenstock meeting
US: 55 Ships Transit Hormuz
US Central Command says that commercial maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased on Saturday, even as Iran announced the closure of the vital waterway. Safe passage remained intact, with 55 merchant ships transiting the Strait, US Central Command said in an X post on Saturday. The vessels moved more than
US Threatens Iran
US–Iranian talks were thrown into doubt after President Donald Trump threatened to take control of the Strait of Hormuz and launch fresh strikes against Iran over Hezbollah’s actions in Lebanon. The Iranian delegation left the negotiation venue in protest against Trump’s threats, Fars News Agency reported on X. Tasnim
US, Iran Hold Talks
Vice President JD Vance is in Switzerland for talks with the Iranian delegation and mediators from Pakistan and Qatar. Iran said the Strait of Hormuz was closed again in response to Israeli strikes on Lebanon. The U.S. has denied those claims. President Donald Trump suggested the U.S. could begin charging ships to tran
US, Iran Hold Talks
The US and Iran begin peace talks in Switzerland amid conflicting claims over the Strait of Hormuz