Two Israeli defense officials said that significant preparations were underway for possibility of a joint strike with the US against Iran, according to NYT
The report of Israeli defense officials preparing for a possible joint strike with the US against Iran indicates rising geopolitical tensions, which often lead to increased volatility in oil and safe-haven assets like gold.
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Two Israeli defense officials said that significant preparations were underway for possibility of a joint strike with the US against Iran, according to NYT
US gathers the greatest amount of air power in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq invasion and President Trump is being briefed on military options for striking Iran, even as aides hold talks with the Iranian regime, according to WSJ
Israeli Defense Forces announced they struck Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon, according to Sky News Arabia
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This situation could lead to a flight towards USD and JPY as investors seek more stable currencies amidst uncertainty. Market participants should monitor implications for energy prices, particularly WTI, as escalations in the region may affect supply dynamics.
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