Iran Accepts Ceasefire Proposal; Crypto Market Liquidates $206M in One Hour

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Release Time: 04/07/2026 23:15:42

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Summary

On April 8, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council announced it had accepted a ceasefire proposal from Pakistan, following a recommendation from the Supreme Leader. The development eased regional tensions and spurred a crypto market rebound, with Bitcoin rising above $71,000. In the past hour, the crypto market recorded $206 million in liquidations, including $136 million from short positions. WTI crude oil fell 15.00% intraday to $93.79 per barrel. The crypto market update reflects renewed investor confidence amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

BlockBeats report: On April 8, Iran's Supreme National Security Council issued a statement in the early hours of the day, stating that, upon the recommendation of the Supreme Leader and with the approval of the Supreme National Security Council, it has accepted Pakistan's proposal for a ceasefire.

Amid easing geopolitical tensions, the crypto market has rebounded, with Bitcoin rising above $71,000. In the past hour, $206 million in crypto positions were liquidated, including $136 million in short positions.

WTI crude oil plunged 15.00% intraday, currently trading at $93.79 per barrel.

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