BY (MR_UMAIR)
In a dramatic turn of events, Bitcoin (BTC) staged a significant rebound early this week following a steep decline triggered by a U.S. military strike on Iran. Over the weekend, $BTC dipped below $99,000 after U.S. forces launched a large-scale aerial assault on three critical nuclear facilities inside Iran.
Largest B-2 Strike in History Sends Shockwaves Through Markets
The military operation, codenamed Midnight Hammer, saw 125 American aircraft—including seven B-2 stealth bombers—take off from Whiteman Air Base in Ohio. The aircraft targeted Iran’s Fordo and Natanz nuclear facilities with massive 30,000-pound “bunker buster” bombs. Meanwhile, a third facility in Isfahan was struck by more than two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles launched from a U.S. submarine.
The Pentagon described the attack as “the largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history.” In its immediate aftermath, Bitcoin prices plunged sharply, reflecting widespread investor anxiety over potential escalation and regional instability.
Oil Dips Despite Threats from Iran
In response, Iran vowed retaliation and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz—a crucial maritime chokepoint responsible for nearly 20% of global oil shipments. However, as of Monday, the Strait remains open, and surprisingly, global oil prices declined over 5%, with crude falling below $70 per barrel.
The unexpected dip in oil prices provided a moment of relief to financial markets. Some institutions, including Metaplanet, took advantage of the brief downturn to accumulate discounted Bitcoin, signaling confidence in the cryptocurrency’s long-term value. Notably, crypto investor Anthony Pompliano announced the launch of Procap, a new billion-dollar Bitcoin treasury company.
Bitcoin Shows Resilience
Despite geopolitical uncertainty, Bitcoin has demonstrated remarkable resilience. As of Monday afternoon, $BTC recovered to $102,916.34—up 3.34% over the past 24 hours—after falling to a low of $98,286.21 during the initial shock. Although it remains down 4.63% on the week, the swift rebound suggests renewed market confidence.
BTC’s market capitalization climbed to $2.04 trillion, a 3.53% increase from the previous day. However, daily trading volume dropped by 10.02% to $57.96 billion, indicating that some investors are adopting a cautious stance amid ongoing tensions.
Bitcoin dominance, while slightly down to 65.63%, remains strong, reflecting the cryptocurrency’s continued strength relative to the broader market. Futures markets also saw increased activity, with open interest rising by 1.32% to $68.14 billion.
Derivatives Data Reflect Bullish Tilt
According to Coinglass, the derivatives market saw $118.88 million in total liquidations over the past 24 hours. Short positions bore the brunt of the volatility, with $69.93 million in short liquidations compared to $48.95 million in longs, suggesting a modest bullish tilt in trader sentiment.
Political Fallout Looms
While the market stabilizes, the geopolitical situation remains fluid. U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, cautioning against any retaliatory action following the strikes. With tensions simmering and strategic interests at stake, investors are watching closely for signs of further escalation—or diplomatic resolution.
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