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Early this morning, the world was jolted by a new geopolitical flashpoint: a massive Israeli airstrike on Iran, codenamed "Rising Lion." The surprise operation targeted nuclear sites, missile infrastructure, and key Revolutionary Guard installations. Explosions were reported in Tehran, including hits on the residences of high-ranking military officials.

Israel described the attack as a “preemptive defense against the nuclear threat,” while Iran swiftly responded by closing its airspace and activating missile defenses.

The crisis quickly spilled beyond regional borders. Although the U.S. denied direct involvement, it began evacuating personnel from the area. NATO allies and European governments expressed growing alarm. Energy markets reacted immediately: Brent crude jumped 6%, topping $75, its highest level in a year. Gold surged toward $3,425 as investors sought safe-haven assets.

The cryptocurrency market, however, buckled under the pressure.

Bitcoin briefly spiked in the wake of the strike but soon reversed course as risk-off sentiment gripped Asian and European investors. BTC fell sharply to $102.5K, while Ethereum, Solana, and other altcoins saw losses of 10% to 15%. Billions in market value were wiped out in hours.

Analysts point to two main drivers of the sell-off:

A flight to safety, with investors moving into cash and traditional assets.

Fears that a broader conflict could trigger stricter regulation and expose vulnerabilities in internet infrastructure, threatening digital asset stability.

Stablecoins saw a modest uptick in buying activity, but this wasn’t enough to stem the broader market slide. Exchanges like Binance saw surges in traffic and pricing anomalies in USDT pairs, underscoring market volatility.

With reports of Iran mobilizing the Revolutionary Guard and allied militias, the threat of wider escalation looms. The crisis may impact not only energy flows but also the long-term resilience of global financial systems, including crypto.

What happens next depends on Iran’s response, Israel’s strategy, the U.S. position, and global diplomatic efforts. For now, one thing is clear: this conflict has rocked both traditional and digital markets alike.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation continues to evolve.

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