Stocks Recover After Iran and Israel Announce Temporary Halt to Hostilities

Regional equity markets showed a rebound on the trading day. The bounce came after Iran and Israel publicly announced a pause in their recent attacks. Investors interpreted the de‑escalation as a positive signal for stability. Major stock indices in the Gulf rose, reversing earlier losses. Trading volumes increased as sentiment improved across the board. Analysts noted that the pause could be temporary and urged caution. The development underscores the sensitivity of markets to geopolitical shifts. Traders will watch for further diplomatic moves to gauge future market direction.