Trump says he’s been assured Tehran has stopped killing protesters as Iran reopens its airspace – live

US president says ‘important sources’ also told him executions not going ahead as Iranian airspace reopens to flights after near-five-hour closure

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Oil prices fell on Thursday after concerns over instability in Iran were eased by comments from Donald Trump, and gold and silver prices also dipped.

West Texas Intermediate dropped 3.0% to $60.16 a barrel while Brent crude was down 2.93% to $64.57.

Indian nationals who are currently in Iran (students, pilgrims, business persons and tourists) are advised to leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights.

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Source: www.theguardian.com

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