IRAN'S FARS NEWS AGENCY REPORTS THAT TWO MISSILES STRUCK A U.S. WARSHIP NEAR JASK ISLAND AFTER IT DISREGARDED WARNINGS FROM IRAN. THE AGENCY ALSO STATES THAT THE U.S. WARSHIP RETREATED FROM THE LOCATION.

Iran's Fars News Agency reported that two missiles struck a U.S. warship near Jask Island, following warnings from Iran, leading to the warship's retreat from the area. This incident heightens geopolitical tensions in the Persian Gulf, potentially impacting risk appetite among investors and influencing capital flows into safe-haven assets such as gold and U.S. Treasuries. Energy markets may also react due to concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for oil shipments. Traders will be closely watching for any official U.S. military response or further developments in the region that could escalate the situation.

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