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Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Crude Prices Slide

Stock markets climbed as oil fell following the tentative ceasefire announcement that lacks confirmation from either side

A woman walks on a street, amid the Iran-Israel conflict, in Tehran, Iran, June 23, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
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Overview

  • Trump declared on Truth Social that Iran and Israel have agreed to a “complete and total” ceasefire for 12 hours, marking an end to the 12-day conflict pending phased implementation.
  • West Texas Intermediate crude for August delivery fell more than 5% to $65.02 per barrel, its lowest since before hostilities began on June 13.
  • Asia-Pacific markets opened higher and US stock indices closed up, with the S&P 500 rising 0.96% and the Nasdaq Composite gaining 0.94%, as investors shrugged off Middle East risk.
  • Neither Tehran nor Jerusalem has publicly confirmed the ceasefire terms, leaving the agreement’s authenticity and durability in doubt.
  • Energy Secretary Chris Wright credited the White House’s diplomatic efforts for the de-escalation and analysts expect traders to refocus on oil supply-demand fundamentals.