Israel has launched a preemptive strike against Iran, explosions rock Tehran, markets plunge, gold surges, and Trump is now convening a cabinet meeting
The world is watching as Israel launches a preemptive strike against Iran, sending shockwaves through the Middle East. Explosions have been reported across Tehran, with three missiles hitting targets while fifteen were intercepted. Iran has promised a massive response, raising fears of an all-out war.
It is already Friday the 13th in the region, and tensions have reached a boiling point. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a “special situation”, closing schools and preparing for potential retaliation. The Trump administration has distanced itself from the attack, with U.S. officials stating that there was no American involvement in the strikes.
Markets are reacting swiftly. Gold has surged over $30 in early Asian trading, pushing prices back above $3,420.
The financial fallout is just beginning. Investors are scrambling as uncertainty grips global markets. The Israeli strike has disrupted oil prices, with Brent crude spiking over 2%. The Trump administration had been negotiating with Tehran on a nuclear deal, but this attack throws those talks into chaos.
The Middle East is on edge. Iran’s response could reshape the geopolitical landscape, and the world is bracing for what comes next.
Sources:
https://www.nbcnews.com/world/israel/israel-iran-strikes-rcna212729
