Statement from Iran's Supreme Leader: Iran not seeking war but will not forfeit rights

Iran’s Supreme Leader reiterated that the country does not seek war but remains committed to defending its sovereign rights, a statement aimed at de-escalating regional tensions without conceding to external pressures. This messaging supports a temporary reduction in risk premium embedded in oil prices and emerging market sovereign spreads, as the immediate threat of military confrontation recedes. However, the lack of concrete diplomatic overtures maintains elevated geopolitical risk, particularly for energy markets and Gulf-region capital flows. The most exposed assets remain Brent crude futures, emerging market local currency debt, and regional equity ETFs sensitive to Middle East instability. Traders will focus on the next OPEC+ meeting and any follow-up comments from Iranian officials regarding nuclear program activities.

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