Dongshan Precision said its operations are normal and product deliveries are proceeding in an orderly manner following recent share-price volatility.

Al Jazeera reported US President Trump said the US holds a "very favorable" position on Iran both militarily and economically and described the standoff as "a small skirmish." Asked whether he had abandoned talks with Iran, Trump replied: "No, I don't think we're negotiating at the moment. In any case, there will be a result, and it will be clear soon." He added most people expect any resolution to wait until after the midterm elections and said "everything we've done on Iran has been terrific."

ARAMCO CEO said he expects oil demand to rise by 3 mln bpd once the crisis ends.