Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says the country will defend its nuclear and missile capabilities, calling them national assets. In the same message, he signals a “new phase” for the Persian Gulf—imagining a future with reduced American influence—and warns foreign powers against interference, urging Gulf states to share a common destiny.
Asian markets pulled back from record highs as oil prices climbed again amid renewed shipping troubles in the Gulf near the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows a strong Wall Street session but signals fragile risk appetite in Asia-Pacific, with MSCI’s broad index slipping 0.5%. Futures also point to a weaker European start.
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