Iran's Larijani posts, Trump said, "I could cut off Iran's electricity in an hour, but I didn't." However, if he were to do so, total blackout would engulf entire region within half an hour, and darkness would provide perfect opportunity...

• ...to track down and capture fleeing American soldiers.

This headline highlights an escalation in U.S.-Iran tensions, with Trump's provocative comments suggesting a severe threat to Iran's infrastructure. Such statements can heighten geopolitical risk, potentially affecting oil prices, safe-haven assets like gold, and currency volatility in the USD and JPY. Traders should watch for market reactions, particularly in energy markets and related equities, as these tensions could influence supply dynamics in the region.