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US and Iran near new agreement or ceasefire extension
US announces new Iran agreement/ceasefire extension by...?
Polymarket prices this June 13 at 0%. The market is more confident than the current reporting.
The United States and Iran are on the verge of announcing a new agreement or extending their current ceasefire, according to multiple reports. Axios and The New York Times indicate that a deal to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is near. However, Iran has expressed caution, with BBC reporting that Iran says a deal is not imminent. The Trump administration has hinted at an imminent announcement, with Trump stating that a deal is in its final stages and will be announced shortly. Despite this, traders put 0% on the likelihood of an announcement by June 13.
Market lensThe market's confidence in a new agreement or ceasefire extension appears to be ahead of the coverage, with 0% suggesting a high probability of an announcement.
Background
The US and Iran have been engaged in a series of diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions and reach a new agreement. The current ceasefire has been in place for several months, and there are concerns about the potential for escalation in the region. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and a deal to reopen it would have significant economic implications. The US and Iran have had a complex relationship in recent years, with periods of heightened tension and diplomatic efforts.
What the coverage agrees on
- The US and Iran are near a new agreement or ceasefire extension
- The deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz
- The announcement could be made soon
Where sources diverge
- The timing of the announcement
- The level of Iranian commitment to the deal
How outlets frame it
- Axios: A deal to extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is near
- BBC: Iran says a deal is not imminent
- The New York Times: A framework for peace has been reached
- CBS News: Iran and Israel have expressed caveats on the deal
What to watch
The next development to watch is the official announcement of a new agreement or ceasefire extension. If an announcement is made, it will likely have significant implications for the region and global markets. Conversely, a lack of announcement could lead to increased tensions and uncertainty. The upcoming announcement is expected to provide clarity on the future of US-Iran relations.
The numbers behind this
Polymarket prices this June 13 at 0%.
24h -0.1 pts
$62.3M traded · $2.1M in the last day · $1.4M resting liquidity · $3.5M open interest
Resolves on: This market will resolve to “Yes” if the U.S. officially announces an extension of the ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, defined as a publicly announced commitment to the continued halt of direct military engagement with Iran or announces a new peace agreement, ceasefire framework, or diplomatic agreement
Pricing Polymarket 0%
Sources
- U.S. and Iran reach deal to extend ceasefire and open strait axios.com
- U.S. and Iran Reach Framework for Peace nytimes.com
- Iran, Israel voice caveats on deal ahead of expected signing ceremony cbsnews.com
- US announces new Iran agreement/ceasefire extension by…? cryptoslate.com
- Trump says Iran ceasefire deal in final stages, to be ‘announced shortly’ washingtonpost.com
- Trump says Iran deal reopening Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated,' will be announced soon cnbc.com
- Deal with US not imminent, Iran says bbc.com
- Catcher Predict: "The U.S. announces a new Iran agreement or ceasefire extension" "June 16" Win rate soars to 18.5% weex.com
Frequently asked questions
US announces new Iran agreement/ceasefire extension by...?
Polymarket prices this June 13 at 0%. The market is more confident than the current reporting.
What do the sources agree on?
The US and Iran are near a new agreement or ceasefire extension The deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz The announcement could be made soon
Where do the sources disagree?
The timing of the announcement The level of Iranian commitment to the deal
When does this market resolve?
This market resolves on: This market will resolve to “Yes” if the U.S. officially announces an extension of the ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, defined as a publicly announced commitment to the continued halt of direct military engagement with Iran or announces a new peace agreement, ceasefire framework, or diplomatic agreement
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