US dollar index held at 99.14, near six‑week high, as markets weigh possible US‑Iran peace deal.
Brent crude fell to $103.97 per barrel from around $110 after Trump’s comments, still well above pre‑war $70 levels.
Fed April minutes show bias toward easing but majority expect policy firming if inflation stays above 2%, keeping dollar safe‑haven appeal.
Australian dollar slipped after unemployment rose to a 4½‑year high, reinforcing expectations RBA will hold rates unchanged in June.