Event Brief
Asian markets drop as oil prices exceed $100
Filed: Apr 12, 2026 at 11:04 PM ET
Summary: Asian markets fell sharply after US-Iran talks failed, leading to a surge in oil prices past $100 a barrel.
WHO: US government
WHAT: failed talks and naval blockade
WHEN: Apr 12, 2026 at 10:01 PM ET
WHERE: Asia
WHY: Triggered by the collapse of US-Iran talks and subsequent blockade orders.
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