Asian shares and oil prices are mixed after the US launches strikes in southern Iran

Asian shares and oil prices showed mixed movements following U.S. military strikes in southern Iran, described as 'self-defense' against Iranian threats. Markets reacted to conflicting signals from U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed peace negotiations were progressing, while analysts noted unresolved tensions. Oil prices fluctuated, with Brent crude rising and U.S. benchmark crude falling.