US-Iran pressure and crypto seizures: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US has seized about $1bn in Iran-linked cryptocurrency under “Operation Economic Fury,” citing Iran’s financial strain (inflation over 200%, unpaid troops, internet shutdowns) and broader asset pressure. Iran deal talks stall: Reports say Trump’s Situation Room meeting lasted ~two hours with no final decision yet; the draft reportedly includes a massive $300bn investment fund, while Iran insists no agreement is finalized and stresses Hormuz rights. Hormuz and energy markets: Oil slid on deal hopes, with Strait of Hormuz reopening and mine removal central to talks; US officials also reiterate the naval blockade remains in place and warn war can restart if terms aren’t met. Markets watch jobs and inflation: Wall Street’s AI-led rally continues, but investors are turning to the upcoming labour market update as inflation and rate-hike risks linger. EU sanctions on West Bank settlers: The EU added restrictive measures (asset freezes/travel bans) on four settler groups and three individuals tied to intimidation and displacement. Cybersecurity in finance: A Doha expert warns Middle East cybercrime is shifting from technical flaws to human-behaviour scams, arguing awareness alone won’t stop fraud. Pakistan Stock Exchange rebound: PSX rose on Iran-US agreement optimism and softer oil prices, gaining Rs550bn in the week.