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Global markets came under pressure as escalating tensions in the Middle East unsettled investors. Stocks declined broadly, with Asian equities dropping sharply, though US futures showed tentative stabilisation and European futures trimmed earlier losses.

Equities attempted to stabilise after a sharp global selloff, as the US delayed its deadline for Iran to agree to a ceasefire by 10 days, offering a temporary reprieve to markets. US and European futures rose around 0.5%, while Asian equities pared earlier losses to close modestly lower, as investors cautiously responded to the extension.

Equities and bonds edged lower as rising oil prices and ongoing uncertainty around Middle East ceasefire talks weighed on sentiment. Asian equities fell 1.1%, snapping a two-day run, while US and European futures pointed to further losses as earlier optimism around a potential resolution began to fade.