Israel army reportedly pushes large numbers of tanks to the border with Lebanon, according to Israel's Channel 12 cited by Al Jazeera

Israel continues to expand its operations in Lebanon to include a ground operation up to the Litani.

The reported deployment of large numbers of tanks by Israel near the Lebanon border signifies a potential escalation in military operations, heightening geopolitical tensions in the region. This escalation could impact energy markets and safe-haven assets such as gold, as well as influence currency flows, particularly for the USD and JPY, amid heightened risk aversion. Traders should monitor these developments closely as they may lead to market volatility and shifts in investor sentiment.