US eases Iran sanctions after talks, Lebanon ceasefire still holds

The U.S. eased sanctions on Iran after talks, signaling a modest de-escalation in geopolitical tensions. Lebanon's ceasefire is reported to still be holding, reducing near-term risk of broader regional spillover. The developments are market-relevant for Middle East risk assets, oil, and defense sentiment, though the article does not indicate a major policy reversal.

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The U.S. eased sanctions on Iran after talks, signaling a modest de-escalation in geopolitical tensions. Lebanon's ceasefire is reported to still be holding, reducing near-term risk of broader regional spillover. The developments are market-relevant for Middle East risk assets, oil, and defense sentiment, though the article does not indicate a major policy reversal.