Asia-Pacific markets open lower on fresh Iran-U.S. tensions following clashes

Offshore vessel 'Zakher Duty' at the Port of Fujairah, as the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran limits marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, May 6, 2026. Amr Alfiky | Reuters Asia-Pacific markets opened lower Friday, as concerns grew over renewed hostilities between Iran and the U.S. amid a fragile ceasefire. The U.S. and Iran traded fire in the Strait of Hormuz , with each side claiming the other initiated the attack. …