Israeli Official says "the Iranians do not appear to be in any concession mode - we are not there yet", adding that it is a tactic to buy time to better prepare for further strikes, via CNN

The comments from the Israeli official indicate a lack of progress in negotiations with Iran, suggesting that tensions could escalate further. This sort of rhetoric typically spikes concerns in energy markets, particularly oil and gold, as well as driving safe-haven flows towards currencies like the USD and JPY. Traders should consider potential volatility in these assets as the geopolitical landscape evolves.