US President Trump and Netanyahu discussed Iran in a 2nd phone call, according to Axios

The various discussions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding Iran signal potential volatility in global markets, particularly in energy and safe-haven assets.

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  • The White House and the prime minister's office declined to comment.
  • During their first call on Wednesday, Netanyahu asked Trump to hold off on military action against Iran to give Israel more time to prepare for potential Iranian retaliation.
  • It was one of the reasons Trump decided to delay orders for the U.S. military to move forward with a strike against Iran.
  • U.S. officials say military action is still on the table if Iran resumes killing protesters. Israeli officials think that despite the delay, a U.S. military strike could take place in the coming days.
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The delay in U.S. military action might provide temporary relief for risk assets; however, the prospect of a strike remains, keeping traders on alert for sudden market shifts depending on developments in Iran.

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