Israel's Defence Minister Katz says that attacks on Hezbollah will continue, focusing on the Litani region and other locations

Israel's Defence Minister's statement on continued attacks on Hezbollah highlights an escalating regional tension, which could impact energy prices and risk sentiment across markets.

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The focus on specific regions like Litani suggests potential for increased volatility, particularly in commodities and currency markets linked to stability in the Middle East. Traders should monitor how this may influence the USD and commodities, especially oil, as perceptions of geopolitical risk shift.

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