IRAN SAYS CEASE-FIRE TALKS CAN RESUME ONLY AFTER U.S. LIFTS BLOCKADE -- WSJ

Iran has conditioned the resumption of cease-fire talks on the U.S. lifting its maritime and financial blockade, according to a statement reported by The Wall Street Journal. This stance introduces a geopolitical risk premium into energy markets, as renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could threaten oil supply flows and prompt recalibration of regional risk pricing. Energy equities, Middle East-focused ETFs, and crude futures are particularly exposed given their sensitivity to supply disruption risks and insurance cost fluctuations. The immediate focus for traders will be on any signals from U.S. officials regarding sanctions relief or naval posture adjustments in the Persian Gulf. A potential catalyst to watch is the next U.S. Central Command briefing, which may indicate shifts in military or diplomatic positioning affecting blockade enforcement.

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