Global Update: Rising Tensions & #market Moves
The main U.S. military base in #Syria has been placed on full alert due to possible threats from Iran or Iran-backed groups, according to a Syrian security source.
Meanwhile, U.S. #stock markets are moving higher:
🔹 S&P 500 up 0.6%
🔹 NASDAQ up 0.7%
🔹 Dow Jones up 0.5%
On the flip side, crude oil prices are falling fast —
WTI crude drops 6%, now at $69.50 per barrel, its lowest level in a week.
Stay tuned for more real-time updates as this develops.