Global shares advance ahead of US and Iran weekend talks

Global stock markets climbed on Friday as investor anxiety eased ahead of critical diplomatic discussions regarding Middle East stability. Sentiment was bolstered after Israel indicated a desire for negotiations with Lebanon, providing a potential path toward de-escalation and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

This development comes as delegations from Iran and the United States prepare to meet in Pakistan this Saturday. The reopening of the strategic waterway, which handles approximately 20% of global energy supplies, remains a central focus for international observers. In the United Kingdom, analysts noted that the reduction in geopolitical tension has allowed market participants to shift their focus back toward economic fundamentals.