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US President Trump says the US military is hitting Iran very hard, and on military action to end the Iranian operation, says more of the same; thinks Cos. should use the Strait of Hormuz

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  • On Lebanon, says have to get rid off Hezbollah.
  • Spain leadership is not good.
  • On Spain, they have been bad and may cut off trade.
  • On Iran, not finished yet.

What it means

President Trump's comments on military action against Iran and the emphasis on using the Strait of Hormuz signal a continuation of a confrontational U.S. foreign policy stance. This could heighten geopolitical tensions, which typically support crude oil prices and may also impact broader market sentiment, particularly in safe-haven assets like gold and the USD. Traders should be mindful of possible volatility in energy markets and currencies as these developments unfold.

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