European stock markets rally after report of ‘secret outreach’ by Iran to try to end war
The Guardian World
by Julia Kollewe and Callum JonesMarch 4, 2026
UK’s FTSE 100 up by more than 50 points, while pan-European Stoxx 600 share index rises 1.2%
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European stock markets have rallied on a report claiming Iran is engaging in a “secret outreach” to end the war in the Middle East, after several days of heavy losses on indices around the world.
The New York Times reported that a day after the attacks began, operatives from Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence indirectly contacted the CIA with an offer to discuss terms for ending the conflict.
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Originally published on The Guardian World on 3/4/2026