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2 years ago, Saudi Arabia quietly canceled the ‘petrodollar’ deal with America that wired the world economy for 50 years. Then war broke out in Iran

Iran Nuclear Plant Strike War News: IAEA Says Attacks Near Bushehr Risk a Radiation Disaster Beyond Iran’s Borders

US Iran War Latest News: America Strikes Iran’s Biggest Oil Hub at Kharg Island — Oil Prices Today Jump to $116

Latest US Iran War News Today: Trump Posts “A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight” Before His 8 PM Deadline

Crude Oil Surges Past $116 Following U.S. Military Strike on Iranian Export Hub

Top economist Mark Zandi says the indicator that has called every recession since WWII just signaled we’re already in one

Iran’s president says 14 million have offered to risk their lives just to stand up to Trump

US special ops rescue F-15E officer in Iran, confirming ground operations

US special operations forces conducted a ground rescue mission in Iran to extract an F-15E officer, marking confirmed American military operations on Iranian soil. This development could significantly escalate geopolitical tensions and impact global military and diplomatic strategies.

Steve Keen: Geopolitical tensions could trigger global famine, Trump’s foreign policy resembles a pump and dump scheme, and the overlooked role of money in economics | The Diary of a CEO

Economist Steve Keen warns that geopolitical tensions, particularly Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, pose significant threats to global economic stability and could potentially trigger widespread famine. He also critiques Trump's foreign policy approach, comparing it to a pump and dump scheme.

Iran’s Ghalibaf advisor warns Trump of escalation unless he surrenders in 20 hours

An advisor to Iran's Ghalibaf has issued an ultimatum to Trump, demanding surrender within 20 hours or face escalation. The geopolitical tension is creating market volatility and threatens to undermine diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran.

Iran’s Khorramshahr port attacked as US-Iran ceasefire odds drop to 1.1%

Iran's Khorramshahr port was attacked, significantly escalating regional tensions and reducing the probability of a US-Iran ceasefire to just 1.1%. The attack undermines ongoing diplomatic efforts and increases skepticism about near-term conflict resolution.

Trump threatens to ‘take out’ all of Iran in one night. From blackout bombs to ‘discombobulators,’ here’s what that could actually mean

Trump has threatened to 'take out' Iran in one night, with the U.S. having various military options including advanced weapons systems like blackout bombs and electronic warfare tools. These capabilities range from targeted strikes to infrastructure disruption without completely destroying the country.

Goldman Sachs Alerts: Critical Oil Supply Crisis Looms as Hormuz Strait Remains Blocked

Goldman Sachs warns of a critical oil supply crisis as the Strait of Hormuz closure has cut Asian oil imports by 9 million barrels per day, causing diesel prices to surge 150%. The blockade of this crucial shipping route is creating real oil shortages with significant global energy market implications.

Brent Crude Surges Past $110 Mark as Trump Issues Iran Ultimatum with Tuesday Cutoff

Brent crude oil prices surged past $110 on Monday following Trump's ultimatum to Iran with a Tuesday deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The geopolitical tension occurs amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations in the region.

Trump targets Iranian power plants over Hormuz blockade, invasion odds surge on Polymarket

President Trump has threatened to target Iranian power plants and infrastructure if Tehran doesn't comply by April 7, following last week's attack on Iran's Ghadir Bridge. The escalating tensions have led to increased speculation on Polymarket regarding potential invasion scenarios.

Tehran explosion and missile strike in Haifa raise odds of Iranian regime fall to 14%

Recent explosions in Tehran and missile strikes in Haifa have increased market speculation about Iranian regime stability, with betting odds on regime collapse rising to 14%. The geopolitical tensions are creating heightened uncertainty in financial markets.

Oil climbs and stock futures drop as fuel shortages spread while Trump makes series of apocalyptic threats against Iran ahead of moving deadline

Oil prices are climbing and stock futures falling amid spreading fuel shortages. President Trump escalated tensions with Iran, threatening to destroy the country if no deal is reached, ahead of a moving deadline.

Iran missile attacks on Kuwait escalate conflict as UAE joins US-led mission

Iran has launched missile attacks on Kuwait while the UAE joins a US-led military mission, significantly escalating regional tensions. The UAE's participation indicates a deepening conflict with reduced prospects for immediate diplomatic resolution.

Iran vows retaliation against US attacks, reducing ceasefire odds significantly: FT

Iran has threatened retaliation against US attacks, significantly reducing the likelihood of a ceasefire according to Financial Times reporting. This escalation increases geopolitical tensions and is expected to drive market volatility and uncertainty across financial markets.

UAE joins US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz amid military tensions

The UAE has joined a US-led coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising military tensions in the region. This development may escalate regional conflicts and significantly impact global oil markets while complicating diplomatic peace efforts.

US special forces rescue F-15 crew in Iran as tensions escalate

US special forces conducted a rescue operation for an F-15 crew in Iran amid escalating tensions. The military engagement reduces prospects for diplomatic resolution and is expected to increase market volatility.

Trump vows to strike Iran’s power plants and bridges if Hormuz isn’t open by Tuesday as Kuwait says attack put water desalination plant offline

Trump has threatened to strike Iran's power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened by Tuesday. Kuwait reports that an attack has already put a water desalination plant offline, while Trump has previously extended similar deadlines when mediators claimed progress toward ending conflicts.

Iraqi PMF forces enter Iran as US troop involvement odds surge to 86%

Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) have entered Iran, escalating regional tensions and increasing the probability of US military involvement to 86%. This development raises concerns about regional stability and potential market volatility across risk assets including cryptocurrencies.

Pentagon reports progress in Operation Epic Fury as Iran remains defiant

The Pentagon reports progress in Operation Epic Fury while Iran maintains its defiant stance, creating ongoing geopolitical tensions. The continued military actions and diplomatic impasse are reducing market confidence in a quick resolution to the conflict.

Ceasefire odds drop to 1% as US forces clash with IRGC in Iran

Ceasefire odds have plummeted to just 1% following direct clashes between US forces and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The escalating military tensions are creating significant market volatility and undermining diplomatic peace efforts in the region.