de-escalation
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The official said this would create space for gradual de-escalation and an effective cessation of hostilities.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Risk proxies should start the week firmer on U.S.-Iran de-escalation hopes, but FX markets may hesitate to chase gains as details around Iran’s nuclear program and uranium enrichment remain unclear, the bank says.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
With yields already testing 4.6%-plus, futures pricing in later hikes, and a narrow window of de-escalation opening, Warsh has a rare opportunity.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
"Even when all suspicions point toward Iran or Iran-aligned groups, governments may avoid immediate public attribution because they want to preserve room for de-escalation and avoid being trapped into a military response," Bitar said.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Treasury yields fell slightly on hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East, while markets await U.S. payrolls data.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
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