*IRAN MAY HAVE PLACED 20 OR MORE MINES IN AND AROUND HORMUZ:WAPO

Iran may have deployed 20 or more naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Washington Post report cited by WB, escalating regional tensions. This development threatens one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints, triggering a risk-off response in energy markets and driving up crude prices due to potential supply disruption. The heightened threat environment increases insurance premiums for shipping and could prompt re-routing of tankers, affecting global oil logistics and refining margins. Geopolitical risk premia are likely to rise in Middle Eastern equity markets, particularly impacting energy and maritime transport sectors. Traders will watch for any official response from U.S. Central Command or the International Maritime Security Construct in the coming 48 hours as a near-term catalyst.

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