TOP U.S. GENERAL REPORTS THAT IRAN TARGETED FIVE MERCHANT SHIPS.

A top U.S. general reported that Iran targeted five merchant ships, escalating regional tensions in the Persian Gulf. The incident has heightened concerns over supply disruption in a critical energy transit corridor, directly impacting global oil markets and maritime security premiums. Energy equities, shipping insurers, and Middle East-focused assets are particularly exposed due to increased risk of further attacks or retaliatory actions. Traders are assessing the potential for broader conflict that could constrict crude exports, with immediate focus on any follow-up statements from U.S. Central Command or international maritime organizations. The next key catalyst will be the release of weekly U.S. EIA data, which may reflect changes in refined product inventories tied to regional demand shifts.

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