IRGC says the army and the IRGC are ready to respond forcefully to any "aggressive and criminal act of the enemies", IRGC public relations channel reports
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Such rhetoric may weigh on regional stability and could influence market sentiment, particularly in oil and safe-haven assets. Traders should monitor potential geopolitical developments and their implications on commodity prices and risk appetite.
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