US Secretary Blinken; It doesn't make sense for me to meet with Russia's Lavrov anymore

US Secretary Blinken says now that Russia's invasion is beginning, it doesn't make sense for me to meet with Russia's Lavrov anymore. He says he sent a letter today to him informing him of that.

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Market implications

This is a potential catalyst for a risk-off session in Asia.

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