The uncertainty surrounding the U.S.-Iran conflict continues to affect global markets, with President Donald Trump reiterating that the two countries are in "in negotiations" and suggesting that Iran is eager to make a peace deal, despite Tehran denying it is in direct talks with the United States. Reports also surfaced that the Pentagon is preparing to deploy about 3,000 soldiers from the Army's 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. The Philippines became the first country to declare a "national energy emergency" as the ongoing conflict threatens fuel supply chains. A New Mexico state court jury has found Meta liable for $375 million in civil damages in a case against the tech giant for violating state consumer protection laws and misleading residents about the safety of apps like Facebook and Instagram.