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West: US and Iran exchange strikes; hostilities resume. ·
Elsewhere: Iranian-aligned media: US failed to prevent Iran's successful punitive response to aggression.
Western media frames the event as a mutual exchange of fire, while Iranian-aligned media frames it as a successful Iranian retaliation against US aggression.
⚡ Markets: Significant upside risk for crude oil due to potential supply disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Bullish for oil (Brent, WTI), defense stocks, and inflationary assets. Negative for global equities and risk sentiment.BrentWTIXLEUSD
The US conducted strikes on Iran's Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, citing plans for mine deployment. Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Jordan. Two oil tankers were reportedly hit in the Strait, and President Trump has vowed to "hit Iran hard," escalating fears of a wider conflict and disrupting oil markets.
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