Oil prices plunged and stock markets rebounded after Donald Trump said the US would hold off on strikes against Iranian power plants, citing "constructive" discussions about ending the conflict in the Middle East.

The US president wrote on social media that the two countries had held talks about a "COMPLETE AND TOTAL" resolution - but Iran denied these talks had happened.

The price of Brent crude sank, while European and US shares rose following Trump's statement.

Trump had previously said he would "obliterate" Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz shipping route was not reopened in 48 hours. Iran had said it would respond by targeting key infrastructure in the region.

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