The US-Iran conflict has triggered a surge in global oil prices, pushing crude above $103 per barrel and unsettling financial markets. Pakistan has responded by considering a three-day smart lockdown to conserve fuel and reduce energy consumption, as rising oil costs strain national resources. Meanwhile, investors in Sydney have seen the ASX 200 fall for a fourth consecutive session, with bond yields climbing due to heightened Middle East tensions. The situation has prompted calls for a return to the US-Iran interim deal, which aimed to ease nuclear program concerns and stabilize regional relations. Governments are now facing pressure to balance energy security with economic stability amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.