Iran vows defiance as Trump declares Iran deal dead amid 2026 tensions

Escalating US-Iran tensions may heighten crypto market volatility, prompting stricter sanctions enforcement and impacting global financial dynamics. The post US strikes on Iranian infrastructure raise geopolitical risk questions for crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Trump Strikes Iran Again—After Declaring Ceasefire ‘Over’ appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline The U.S. launched its latest strikes against Iran on Wednesday, renewing military action against the country as tensions flare over control of the Strait of Hormuz and after President Donald Trump said a ceasefire reached with Iran last month was “over.” The U.S. launched renewed strikes on Iran on Tuesday in response to Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Getty Images Key Facts U.S. Central Command said the strikes are being conducted to lessen Iran’s “ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz,” adding the U.S. is “holding Iran accountable for recent unjustified aggression against commercial shipping and civilian crews freely navigating a vital international waterway.” Trump began sharing a series of videos and photos on Truth Social showing burning buildings, saying the destruction was “retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Ir

The post Trump Ends Iran Ceasefire as Stocks Fall and Oil Prices Jump appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Financial markets retreated after President Donald Trump declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire had effectively ended, reigniting fears of a broader Middle East conflict. Investors quickly shifted toward safer assets as concerns over energy supplies resurfaced. Consequently, U.S. equities declined, oil prices climbed, and market volatility accelerated.  Around $500 billion in U.S. stock market value disappeared within hours as traders assessed the possibility of renewed military action. Besides, optimism surrounding recent diplomatic progress between Washington and Tehran faded as geopolitical risks returned to the forefront. Oil Supply Fears Drive Market Moves Trump also warned that the United States could severely damage Iran’s critical infrastructure during any future escalation. Additionally, he pointed to Kharg Island, Iran’s primary crude export terminal, after recent military ope

The post Gold declines below $4,100 as US–Iran tensions revive inflation worries, Fed rate hike bets appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Gold price (XAU/USD) declines to around $4,075 during the early Asian session on Thursday. The precious metal extends its downside as US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran has ended, stoking concerns that a renewal of war could again drive inflation and push up interest rates. Reuters reported on Thursday that Trump stated that an interim agreement aimed at ending the conflict with Iran was “over.” Additionally, US President threatened to bomb Iran for a second day and reimpose the US naval blockade in retaliation for attacks on tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz. “The main factor for today’s move is the increased escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with a potential ceasefire over, we’ve seen risk assets across the board trade lower, gold included,” said David Meger, director of metals trading at High Ridge Futures

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The post US strikes Iran, Polymarket invasion odds rise to 14.5% appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Rongchai Wang Jul 08, 2026 10:28 Early Wednesday, the U.S. launched dozens of strikes on Iran after attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, rattling markets and raising escalation fears. US strikes Iran, Polymarket invasion odds rise to 14.5% U.S. Strikes on Iran Lift Polymarket “Invade Iran Before 2027” Odds to 14.5% The United States launched dozens of strikes on Iran early Wednesday in what it described as retaliation for Tehran’s attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, deepening fears of a wider Middle East war. On Polymarket, the contract “Will the U.S. invade Iran before 2027?” moved up to 14.5% from 11.5%. Key Takeaways Polymarket prices a 14.5% chance of a U.S. invasion of Iran before 2027, with “No” leading at 85.5%. Odds rose 3.0 percentage points after reports of fresh U.S. strikes on Iran tied to attacks on tankers in the Strai

The post What We Know About ‘Freedom Fuel’ Gas Stations appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline The White House announced the first location of the “Freedom Fuel Network”—a private company running 25 gas stations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania—though scant details about the initiative have raised questions about who is behind the company and how they are offering lower prices than the state average. Trump first announced the stations last week, though the White House revealed the opening of the first location Tuesday. Photo Illustration by Sean Gallup/Getty Images Key Facts President Donald Trump first announced the “network” of gas stations last week, saying 25 would be established in the Philadelphia area with lowered gas prices. The White House has told multiple outlets the company operating the stations is not affiliated with the Trump administration and privately owns 25 gas stations across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, attributing the stations’ lower prices to a reduction in