The US initiated a blockade of Iranian ports, raising worries about Middle Eastern energy supplies. Consequently, European stock markets experienced minor drops. The London FTSE 100 index fell by 17.57 points (0.17%) to close at 10582.96. The Frankfurt DAX index decreased by 61.51 points (0.26%) to 23742.44. The Paris CAC 40 index dropped by 23.62 points (0.29%) to 8235.98.
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- Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
- Category: 地政学・経済News