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FTSE 100 Live: UK Stock Futures Pause as Iran Deal Hopes Wane
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
UK stock futures paused trading on March 15, 2026, as negotiations over an Iran nuclear agreement showed signs of stalling. The FTSE 100 futures contract was flat in early European trading. Oil prices declined following reports that talks between Iran and international negotiators had slowed. Market participants cited uncertainty over the timeline for a potential deal as a factor in reduced trading activity.