London, Oct 9, 2026 (AFP) - Stocks advance as Trump rules out pre-vote Iran attack

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Stock markets climbed Friday as oil prices dropped after President Donald Trump ruled out a strike on Iran before next month's US midterm elections. Trump said Washington was holding "productive discussions" with Tehran after reports that the White House had asked the Pentagon to draw up plans for a possible attack ahead of the November 3 vote. It was suggested that a show of strength might help struggling Republicans' chances at the polls. Follo......

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