Iran-US Ceasefire Is 'Fragile': Ex-Intelligence Adviser

Former US intelligence adviser Michael Pregent said the US‑Iran ceasefire is "fragile" and that both sides' proposals represent only a starting framework for further talks. If sustained the framework could reduce regional risk, but its fragility maintains downside risk for energy and risk‑sensitive assets and could keep volatility elevated in the near term.

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Former US intelligence adviser Michael Pregent said the US‑Iran ceasefire is "fragile" and that both sides' proposals represent only a starting framework for further talks. If sustained the framework could reduce regional risk, but its fragility maintains downside risk for energy and risk‑sensitive assets and could keep volatility elevated in the near term.