Israeli warplanes carried out a strike on the town of Shihabiya in southern Lebanon
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Israeli warplanes carried out a strike on the town of Shihabiya in southern Lebanon
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The airstrike on Shihabiya by Israeli forces could escalate tensions in the region, potentially impacting oil prices and safe-haven assets like gold. The geopolitical backdrop may also influence forex markets, particularly the USD and JPY, as traders seek to hedge against instability. This situation warrants close monitoring as further developments could fuel a more substantial risk-off sentiment in global markets.
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