Iran cancels talks in Pakistan, escalating US tensions

Iranian hardliner Ali Gholhaki rejected US demands on Tehran’s nuclear program and Strait of Hormuz management, citing these as reasons for canceling talks in Pakistan. The odds of a US-Iran ceasefire by April 30 now sit at 21.5% YES, down from 32% just 24 hours ago.

Gholhaki’s social media statement drove the sell-off in the ceasefire market. With only 9 days left until potential resolution, traders are pricing in higher tensions and lower odds of a deal. The largest move in the last 24 hours was a 5-point spike at 6:59 PM, driven by the prospect of rising hostilities.

The market trades $213,788 in face value daily, with $68,607 in actual USDC exchanged. It takes $4,074 to move the odds by 5 percentage points, meaning the book has moderate depth but substantial bets can still push the price around.

At 22¢, a YES share pays $1 if military operations end by April 30, a 4.5x return. That bet only makes sense if you expect a diplomatic breakthrough or intermediary intervention within the next week.

Watch for statements from Trump, Secretary Rubio, or intermediaries like the Sultan of Oman. Any sign of resumed talks or softened demands could reverse the current move quickly.

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