BlackRock CEO Fink: The U.S. economy is expected to improve in the fall, but the growth rate will not be strong.

Turkish President Erdogan: The Houthis successfully resisted the attack.

Turkish President Erdogan warned that the Red Sea could "turn into a sea of blood."

Summary of UK law: Under international law, the UK has the right to use force where self-defence is the only feasible means of responding to an actual or imminent armed attack and where the force used is necessary and proportionate.

Turkish President Erdogan: The US and UK attacks on Yemen are a "disproportionate use of force."

BlackRock CEO Fink: The Fed’s first interest rate cut is expected to occur in June.

Bank of America strategist: Risk-loving markets are ignoring inflation danger signals.

Shipping data shows that at least four oil tankers have been diverted from the Red Sea following U.S. and British air strikes in Yemen.

Brent crude oil stood at US$80 per barrel, up 2.46% on the day.

Omani Foreign Minister: The US and UK attacks on Yemen go against our recommendations and will only add fuel to an extremely dangerous situation.

Brent crude oil prices hit $80 after air strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen.

Azerbaijan Ministry of Energy: Oil production reached 48.2 barrels per day in December.

Spot gold stood at $2,040 per ounce, up 0.57% on the day.

Government sources said that the United States and Britain asked Italy if it was willing to participate in the fight against the Houthis. Italy refused to participate, saying it needed parliamentary approval. It is reported that Italy hopes to adopt a "stability" policy in the Red Sea region rather than military confrontation.

Kremlin spokesman: Russia has repeatedly urged the Houthis to stop attacks on shipping.

Kremlin Spokesperson: We condemn the US and UK attacks on Houthi targets in Yemen.

Myanmar military junta spokesman: Plans to further discuss and strengthen ceasefire.