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Trump says Iran war could end "fairly soon" after Qatar talks, plays down new strikes
Trump signals potential end to Iran war after Qatar talks, downplaying new strikes.
Context
What happened: Oil prices slid on Tuesday after President Trump said new U.S. strikes on Iran were "quite unlikely" and that the war could end "fairly soon" following Qatar talks. Iran disputes that talks are under way.
Why it matters: The price move reflects how traders are reacting to the president's comments, while Iran's denial of talks leaves the diplomatic picture contested.
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What changed
Oil prices slid on Tuesday after President Trump said new U.S. strikes on Iran were "quite unlikely" and that the war could end "fairly soon" following Qatar talks. Iran disputes that talks are under way.
Why it matters
The price move reflects how traders are reacting to the president's comments, while Iran's denial of talks leaves the diplomatic picture contested.