Iranian spokesperson says "In the event of any conflict, American soldiers and their equipment will be destroyed, and all US resources and interests in the region will be within the range of Iranian forces", via Iran International

• Full post: In response to Donald Trump's remarks in the US Congress that the country will not allow "the world's largest sponsor of terrorism" to acquire nuclear weapons, Abolfazl Shekarchi, the top spokesman for the Islamic Republic's armed forces, threatened, "In the event of any conflict, American soldiers and their equipment will be destroyed, and all US resources and interests in the region will be within the range of Iranian forces."  

This statement from Iran's military spokesperson escalates tensions significantly, suggesting a robust military posture towards US forces and interests in the region. Such rhetoric often drives volatility in oil prices and could provoke regional responses, particularly impacting WTI prices and energy markets. Traders should monitor geopolitical developments closely, as they may influence broader market sentiment and commodity valuations.