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The South Korean won weakened to around 1,487 per dollar, extending losses from the previous session, as global sentiment deteriorated following renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The move came after US–Iran talks ended without agreement, followed by Washington’s decision to impose a naval blockade on Iranian ports. The escalation heightened concerns over a prolonged conflict and supported safe-haven demand for the US dollar. At the same time, crude prices rose above $100 per barrel, adding pressure on the currency through higher import costs for energy. As a major energy importer, South Korea remains highly sensitive to oil price swings. Foreign selling in local equities added to capital outflow pressure, while weaker risk appetite across global markets also weighed on the won. On the domestic front, authorities are seeking to stabilise energy supply and diversify crude imports, including sourcing from Kazakhstan and the United States.
