US President Trump says he does not know if he was the target at the DC Gala
President Trump’s uncertainty about being a target could suggest heightened political tension, potentially influencing market sentiment towards safe-haven assets and currencies.
Israeli artillery shelling targets eastern Gaza City, Al Mayadeen reports
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US President Trump says he does not know if he was the target at the DC Gala
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This could lead to increased volatility in equities and forex, especially in USD and related pairs, as traders react to the implications of political instability. Markets might perceive this as adding to the risk backdrop, affecting both domestic and international investment sentiment.
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