New Delhi, June 19 -- Copper prices in the international market continues to trade in red on Thursday amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, weakening investors confidence.

On the London Metal Exchange (LME), copper price was down 0.56% at $9,601.5 per metric ton. However, copper prices on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) declined up 0.39% to 78,310 yuan per metric ton.

Back home, the red metal on multi-commodity exchange (MCX) also traded flat. MCX Copper price was down 0.32 per cent to Rs.877.05 per kg, as compared to previous close of Rs.879.90 per kg.

The dollar strengthened, supported by increased safe-haven demand amid rising concerns over a wider conflict in the Middle East and potential U.S. involvement.

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