Iran, Israel and Middle East
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Israel’s attack on Iran has catapulted their long-running conflict into what could become a wider, more dangerous regional war and potentially drive prices higher for both businesses and households.
Traders on Friday exchanged the most $80 West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil call options since January, expecting more upside to prices after Israeli airstrikes on Iran sparked fears of a wider Middle East conflict.
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David Zervos, Jefferies Chief market strategist, joins 'Fast Money' to talk what's ahead for the markets as geopolitical tensions rise.
CNN’s Chief International Anchor Christiane Amanpour reacted to Israel’s unprecedented attack on Iran overnight, saying she did not imagine a scenario in which Iran would be able to fight back with as much strength as Israel has behind it.
George P. Bush and panel discuss President Donald Trump’s decision to keep the National Guard in California, anti-Israel protestors and more on ‘Outnumbered.’
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Platinum fell by the most in more than three years as market tightness began to ease and conflict in the Middle East prompted global investors to reduce risk.
French President Emmanuel Macron says a top-level U.N. conference on a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians scheduled for next week has been postponed.
What Happened in Markets Today Israel launched a broad air campaign against Iran, targeting its nuclear capabilities and military/political leadership. Markets were rattled after Israel said it had detected dozens of missiles launched from Iran and was working to intercept them.
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