Iran-Israel conflict escalates: Geopolitical risks threaten the global crypto market.
Reciprocal airstrikes, civilian casualties, risk of U.S. intervention.
Tensions between Iran and Israel continued to escalate on June 19 with reciprocal airstrikes, resulting in hundreds of casualties and pushing the Middle East region into the risk of widespread instability.
U.S. President Donald Trump raises global concerns by hinting at the possibility of U.S. involvement, stating: 'I could do it, or not.'
In this context, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei affirmed that he would not surrender and warned the U.S. of unpredictable consequences if it intervened.
At the same time, residents of Tehran are rushing to leave the city, while Israel claims to have attacked Iran's nuclear facilities and ballistic missile depots.
Nuclear negotiations between Iran and Europe are expected to take place on June 20 in Switzerland, but the chances of de-escalation remain very slim.
Open warfare instead of proxy conflict: A dangerous turning point.
For the first time in decades of indirect confrontation, Iran directly launched missiles at Israel, killing more than 20 civilians.
Israel has also confirmed that it has intercepted many UAVs originating from Iran. In a strong statement, Prime Minister Netanyahu declared:
"We are systematically eliminating threats from Iran."
Observers note that if the U.S. officially enters the conflict, the confrontation will no longer be limited to the region but will expand globally – a situation that has occurred in previous Gulf wars.
Impact on crypto: Escalating tensions make cryptocurrencies prone to volatility.
The geopolitical crisis in the Middle East could cause significant volatility in the crypto market. Investors tend to flock to safe-haven assets like gold and stablecoins, while Bitcoin and altcoins may be sold off to lock in profits or avoid risks.
In addition, Iran's use of crypto to evade sanctions is also under close scrutiny. Platforms like Nobitex – which was recently hacked for $100 million – could continue to face attacks or international sanctions.
If tensions persist, many large investment funds may delay their plans to expand into crypto, putting downward pressure on prices in the short term.
In summary, crypto is entering a highly uncertain phase amid a complex global political landscape. Investors need to be cautious and closely monitor developments from the Middle East and the U.S. to adjust their strategies accordingly.
