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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Russia–Ukraine
Russian strikes on Kyiv killed at least seven people, including two scientists at the National Academy of Sciences.
- India said it is unlikely to abandon Russian oil purchases despite the threat of US tariffs up to 100%.
- Russia tightened secrecy on oil refining and export data, restricting publication of such information.
- Putin is reportedly preparing a base for potential doomsday nuclear strikes.
- Zelenskyy warned that Russia aims to widen the war beyond Ukraine.
Continued Indian purchases of Russian oil and Moscow’s tighter export data secrecy suggest steady demand for Russian crude, limiting price volatility despite Western tariff threats.
What the bettors say
| The line | Yes | vs yesterday |
|---|---|---|
| Russia x Ukraine ceasefire agreement by December 31, 2026? | 18.5% | ▼ -2.0 |
| Russia x Ukraine ceasefire by December 31, 2026? | 11.5% | ▼ -2.0 |
| Will Zelenskyy and Putin speak? — Before Jan 20, 2029 | 44.0% | ▼ -3.0 |
| Russia-Ukraine peace talks by September 30, 2026? | 0.8% | ▼ -1.8 |
| Trump, Putin, and Zelensky seen together before 2027? | 5.0% | ▲ +0.5 |
Middle East — Israel · Hezbollah · Iran
Trump rejected Iran's proposal for sanctions relief, keeping US‑Iran tensions high.
- Brent crude jumped 3% to cross $107 per barrel as US‑Iran war uncertainty persisted.
- Hormuz rerouting doubled Cape traffic without delivering a windfall for shippers.
- Saudi Arabia resumed Red Sea oil exports, a move seen as a blow to Iran.
- European gas prices rose on the continuing U.S.–Iran stalemate.
Higher oil prices and rising bond yields are weighing on equities while boosting energy‑sector returns.
What the bettors say
| The line | Yes | vs yesterday |
|---|---|---|
| US-Iran nuclear deal? — Before Jan 20, 2029 | 39.0% | ▼ -2.0 |
| Israel x Iran ceasefire continues through September 30? | 98.9% | ▲ +1.0 |
| Will Donald Trump visit Iran? — Before Jan 1, 2027 | 3.0% | ▲ +1.0 |
| Israel x Iran ceasefire continues through October 31? | 84.5% | ▼ -0.5 |
| Israel x Iran ceasefire continues through December 31? | 67.5% | ▲ +1.0 |
War on the tape
Real prices, close of last session.