Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei said Iran will guard its missile and nuclear technology as it guards its borders

Khamenei's assertion that Iran will protect its missile and nuclear capabilities underscores escalating tensions, particularly in the context of its adversarial relationship with the U.S. and allies. This rhetoric can lead to increased volatility in global markets, especially in energy and gold, as fears of conflict or sanctions may rise, impacting commodities and currencies like the USD and JPY.