Asian stocks jump after Wall Street soars on renewed hopes of Iran war end
President Trump claimed Iran requested a ceasefire and suggested U.S. military operations could end within two to three weeks.

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Published Apr 1, 2026
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Global stock markets rallied and oil prices eased following President Trump's suggestions of a potential end to the U.S.-Iran conflict within weeks, despite conflicting signals and continued military actions in the Persian Gulf.
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