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U.S. is reportedly sending envoys Brian Hook and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi this weekend.
The discussions are focused on potential U.S.–Iran negotiations in Islamabad.
Mike Pence is not expected to attend at this stage.
Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, considered a key figure in the talks, will also not be present.
If the negotiations show progress, Pence may travel to Pakistan later, and his team is already on the ground.
If this kind of U.S.–Iran diplomatic talk really happens, potential benefits could be:
Reduced geopolitical tension → global markets usually become more stable
Crypto & stocks may rise short-term because investors feel less “fear” (risk-on mood)
Oil prices may stabilize or drop if conflict risk decreases
Better trade sentiment in the region, which can help emerging markets like Pakistan
Stronger USD stability in short term depending on outcome
Lower war-risk premium (markets stop pricing in conflict fear)
