European Stocks Slip on Middle East Uncertainty

European equities declined as ongoing Middle East tensions and looming US elections prompted investor caution. Mining and retail shares led the losses while corporate earnings mixed.

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European equities slipped during Tuesday morning trade as lingering doubts over a Middle East peace deal and upcoming United States midterm elections drove caution. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.58% to close at 645.66 points. Investors weighed ongoing geopolitical tensions alongside a fresh batch of corporate earnings.