Asian stocks advanced, buoyed by continued optimism in the AI sector, even as US-Iran peace talks faltered. Oil prices climbed, with West Texas Intermediate holding above $98 a barrel. Higher oil prices contributed to rising Treasury yields, as investors priced out Fed rate cuts this year. Asian stocks advanced, buoyed by continued optimism in the AI sector, even as US-Iran peace talks faltered. Oil prices climbed, with West Texas Intermediate holding above $98 a barrel. Higher oil prices contributed to rising Treasury yields, as investors priced out Fed rate cuts this year. by Soban News (international And National News)