Iran says any US attack, including limited strikes, will be considered an act of aggression

Iran's statement that any U.S.

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Iran says any US attack, including limited strikes, will be considered an act of aggression

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military action, regardless of its scale, will be deemed an act of aggression could escalate regional tensions. This has significant implications for energy markets, particularly WTI crude prices, as heightened volatility often follows geopolitical threats. Traders should be on alert for potential supply disruptions and increased demand for safe-haven assets.

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