IRAN'S TOP JOINT MILITARY COMMAND WARNS OF 'POWERFUL ATTACK' ON PREDETERMINED TARGETS IN VIEW OF REPEATED THREATS BY TRUMP

Iran's top joint military command issued a warning of a potential "powerful attack" on predetermined targets, citing repeated threats from former U.S. President Donald Trump. This escalation in rhetoric introduces geopolitical risk premium into energy markets, particularly through the channel of Middle East supply disruption, given Iran’s strategic position near key oil transit chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures and regional shipping rates are especially sensitive, while safe-haven demand may support gold and U.S. Treasuries. The Iranian rial and regional equities, particularly in Gulf Cooperation Council countries, face downside risks due to heightened conflict spillover concerns. Traders will watch for any follow-on statements from U.S. defense officials or movements in U.S. naval assets in the Persian Gulf as an early signal of escalating tensions.

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