IRGC has warned that if US President’s threats to target Iran’s infrastructure are carried out, the armed forces of Iran will target all Israeli and American assets and those of the host countries with even greater and more crushing force, IRNA reports
Context
This warning from the IRGC indicates a potential escalation in tensions between Iran and the U.S., which could have significant implications for regional stability. Such statements typically lead to increased volatility in oil prices, as well as safe-haven flows into assets like gold and the yen. Traders should be watching for shifts in energy prices and reactions in forex markets as geopolitical risks affect risk sentiment and asset allocation.
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