A US official tells Axios the bridge was attacked because it was used by the Iranian armed forces to try and secretly move missiles and missile parts from Tehran to launch sites in Western Iran and for giving logistical support for Iranian military

The reported attack on the bridge highlights escalating tensions surrounding Iranian military logistics, particularly in relation to missile movements. This could lead to heightened geopolitical risks, impacting oil supplies and prompting market reactions in commodities like WTI. Monitor for potential shifts in energy prices and safe-haven asset flows as the situation evolves.