1250 GMT - European defense stocks rise on Monday after President Trump said on social media on Saturday that the U.S. stands ready to help Iranian protesters. U.K. defense group BAE Systems gains 2.3%, while German defense manufacturer Renk Group advances 3.3%. Sweden's Saab is up 2%, while France's Dassault Aviation and Thales increase 1.75% and 1.65%, respectively. Germany's biggest arms maker, Rheinmetall, lags behind, gaining 0.95%. (cristina.gallardo@wsj.com)
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January 12, 2026 07:51 ET (12:51 GMT)
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