US-Iran Nuclear Deal Chances Drop to 37%

馃毃 Nuclear Deal Hope Fades

By Polymarket
Jun 16, 2025, 2:48 PM
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The probability of a successful US-Iran nuclear deal has declined significantly to 37%, contradicting recent media optimism.​ This follows a turbulent period where:

  • Deal prospects peaked at 65% in May 2025
  • Israel-Iran tensions escalated with 50% chance of Israeli military action
  • Iran showed increased aggression toward Israel

Market sentiment suggests diplomatic solutions are becoming less likely as regional tensions continue to rise.​

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