Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran is ready for any action by the US, including military action

Iran's Foreign Minister's statement signals a heightened sense of tension, indicating readiness for military action in response to potential US moves.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 13 Jan 2026, 08:46 UTCOn the live feed at 08:26 UTC — 1 more headline followed before this page went public

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This development could lead to increased volatility in energy prices, particularly WTI crude, as markets react to potential supply disruptions or geopolitical risk. Traders should monitor how this tension influences risk sentiment and energy market dynamics going forward.

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