Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf says "The enemy promotes its desires as news while threatening our nation at same time. Big Mistake. If they hit one, they'll take several back.

This statement from Iran's Parliament Speaker escalates the rhetoric against perceived threats from the U.S., signaling potential retaliatory actions.

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Full Post; The enemy promotes its desires as news while threatening our nation at same time. Big Mistake. If they hit one, they'll take several back. God willing, the people of Iran, under the leadership of the Supreme Leader, will make the enemy regret the aggression and reclaim their rights.

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Such heightened tensions often impact commodity markets, particularly oil, as they can disrupt supply and elevate risk perceptions. Traders should monitor WTI movements closely as geopolitical incidents can trigger volatility in energy prices.

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