Despite recent reciprocal attacks, US officials say they will continue diplomatic talks with Iran. Continued dialogue could de‑escalate tensions that affect oil markets, shipping and regional stability. United States government, Iranian officials, and international observers monitoring the situation. Negotiations may lead to a temporary cease‑fire or further talks; markets will watch for any breakdown that could reignite hostilities. The latest Handelsblatt report notes that, although reciprocal attacks have heightened fears of a renewed conflict, Washington maintains that negotiations will continue. This stance suggests that both sides see a diplomatic channel as preferable to further fighting, even as actions on the ground remain hostile. The development keeps the possibility of a de‑escalation alive, but also underscores the fragility of any truce given the ongoing tit‑for‑t strikes.
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