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⚡ Markets: Direct attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of global oil passes, pose a severe risk of supply disruption and military escalation. Bullish for oil prices and defense stocks; negative for global equities due to inflation and risk-off sentiment.BrentWTILNGVIX
An Iranian commercial vessel was hit by an unidentified projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member and injuring others, according to Iranian state media and UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident adds to escalating tensions in the critical waterway, with Iran blaming a 'terrorist enemy' for the attack.
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