ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: THE ISRAELI GOAL, IN THE EVENT OF RESUMING FIGHTING WITH IRAN, IS TO DELIVER A PAINFUL STRIKE FOCUSED ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND THE ENERGY SECTOR.

Israeli media reports indicating potential military strikes on Iranian infrastructure and energy facilities have heightened regional geopolitical risk. The escalation threat affects energy markets through the risk of supply disruption, particularly given Iran’s role in global oil exports and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are repricing risk in Middle East-exposed energy assets, with increased volatility in crude prices and regional equity markets, especially Israeli and Iranian-linked securities. Heightened tensions also weigh on risk appetite, supporting safe-haven flows and influencing regional bond and currency dynamics. Traders will watch for any official statements from Tehran or Jerusalem, as well as upcoming EIA and OPEC+ supply reports, for cues on energy market resilience.

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