Brussels, July 16 (QNA) - European stock indices closed mixed today, as investors reacted to corporate earnings results while keeping an eye on the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

The pan-European STOXX 600 index closed flat, reflecting cautious market sentiment as investors awaited further corporate earnings reports.

Germany's DAX index fell by approximately 0.53%, weighed down by the poor performance of some industrial and financial stocks. The UK's FTSE 100 index rose by 0.54%, supported by gains in energy and banking stocks. France's CAC 40 index finished unchanged, with gains in some stocks offset by losses in others. (QNA)