The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 4% to 246.42 points.

1. 65 Democratic Representatives Seek Impeachment of Trump —Trump's threat on Tuesday to "destroy Iranian civilization" has sparked calls from congressional Democrats to remove the president from office. Currently, 65 House Democrats have called for Trump's impeachment or removal through the 25th Amendment. 2. TACO Strikes Again: Trump Says Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran —Trump agreed to a two-week halt to bombing and attacks on Iran. He stated that this would be a two-way ceasefire. The US has received a ten-point proposal from Iran and considers it a viable basis for negotiations. 3. Trump: Framework for a Long-Term Ceasefire Agreement Solid —Trump stated that a solid framework for a long-term (ceasefire) agreement exists. "We have a 15-point agreement, most of which has been agreed upon. Any peace agreement will cover the nuclear materials issue." Trump declined to say whether he would revive his initial threats if the agreement breaks down. 4. Denounces CNN's Iran Statement as a "Hoax" —CNN previously reported on a statement from Iran's Supreme National Security Council claiming a victory for Iran. Trump called the so-called statement released by CNN a "hoax." "It's a very dangerous thing." 5. Trump boasts that US assistance in clearing shipping congestion will create enormous wealth —Trump claimed that the US will help address the "shipping congestion" problem in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that "there will be many positive actions, and enormous wealth will be created." Trump also claimed that this will be a "golden age for the Middle East." 6. Trump prepares for face-to-face talks with Iran; Vance may attend—The Trump administration is preparing for possible face-to-face talks between US and Iranian officials. Witkov, Kushner, and Vice President Vance are expected to attend. 7. Israeli Prime Minister says he respects Trump's ceasefire decision, but not Lebanon—Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel supports Trump's decision to suspend attacks on Iran for two weeks, but the ceasefire does not include operations in Lebanon.

IRAN ARMED FORCES SAY THEY ARE MANAGING STRAIT OF HORMUZ AND CONTROL IT INTELLIGENTLY