Hezbollah said it targeted headquarters of Israel's Ministry of Defense with missiles on Thursday and barracks affiliated with the military intelligence department of Israel's army in the north of Tel Aviv, was also one of the targets of the operation

Hezbollah's missile strikes on key Israeli military targets signal an escalation in tensions, which could lead to increased volatility in the region. This development is likely to weigh on regional assets, with safe havens like gold and the USD potentially benefitting, while risking pressures on energy prices amid concerns over supply. Traders should watch for further military responses or international ramifications that could shape market sentiment.