Oil prices jump 4% after Rubio says Iran 'not serious' about peace talks

Oil prices surged 4% after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that Iran is "not serious" about peace talks, dashing hopes for a Middle East ceasefire. The comments reignited concerns about regional stability and potential supply disruptions. Markets reacted immediately to the fading prospect of a diplomatic resolution.

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