Trump warns of major war escalation if Iran peace process fails

Former President Donald Trump warned that a failure in the Iran peace process could lead to significant military escalation in the Middle East. This statement introduces geopolitical risk as a key market transmission channel, particularly affecting oil supply stability and regional security premiums. Energy markets, especially crude oil futures, and safe-haven assets like gold and U.S. Treasuries are most exposed due to their sensitivity to Middle East supply disruptions and risk-off sentiment. Traders will closely watch upcoming EIA crude inventory reports and any updates from diplomatic channels involved in nuclear negotiations, as shifts in dialogue could rapidly alter risk pricing in global energy and equity markets.

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