IRAN BOYCOTTS ISLAMABAD TALKS Iran will skip Wednesday’s talks in Islamabad, citing U.S. failures to uphold commitments, according to Tasnim.

Iran has withdrawn from scheduled talks in Islamabad, citing unmet U.S. commitments, as reported by Tasnim. The boycott reflects deteriorating diplomatic momentum, which may tighten regional risk premiums and disrupt potential supply-side coordination in energy markets, particularly affecting Iranian crude export expectations. This development heightens geopolitical risk in the Persian Gulf, with implications for regional trade flows and insurance costs for shipping. Markets most exposed include Iranian oil-linked derivatives, regional equities, and Brent crude futures due to supply disruption concerns. Traders will watch the next OPEC+ meeting and any statements from Gulf Cooperation Council members for signals on production adjustments or diplomatic de-escalation.

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