ISRAEL AWAITS US GREEN LIGHT TO RESUME IRAN WAR SAYS KATZ

Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated that Israel is awaiting U.S. approval to proceed with military action against Iran, escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The potential for renewed conflict is driving risk-off sentiment, with immediate spillover into regional security perceptions and energy markets due to possible supply disruptions from Iranian oil exports. Israeli bonds and equities may face volatility on heightened war risk, while Iranian sanctions exposure is repricing in global oil futures and shipping insurance premiums. The U.S. response—or lack thereof—will be the key near-term catalyst, with markets watching for any signals from Washington on military authorization or diplomatic de-escalation. Any indication of direct U.S. involvement or intelligence sharing could amplify capital flight from emerging markets and boost safe-haven demand for Treasuries and gold.

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