Stock markets fell sharply in London as oil prices jumped 4% to above $97 a barrel amid intensifying Middle East conflict between Iran and Israel. The Guardian reported circuit breakers halting trading for 20 minutes at 0003 GMT, the third such event this year. Brent crude's climb reflects fears the fragile ceasefire since April could collapse.

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