Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei clarified on Monday that Tehran has not sought to resume negotiations with the United States. This statement was made amid ongoing mediation efforts by Gulf countries to facilitate dialogue between the two nations.
According to FX Street, Baghaei emphasized that while Iran has not initiated a request to restart talks, the Gulf countries remain actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to bridge differences. The comments came during the European trading session, highlighting the delicate nature of the negotiations.
For Japanese investors, developments in US-Iran relations can influence risk sentiment and impact currency and equity markets, especially given Japan's exposure to global energy supplies and geopolitical stability in the Middle East.