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Iran launches attacks at Gulf Arab countries - regional pressure rises

Iran expanded strikes across the Gulf as Tehran targets Israel and Gulf states in a sustained campaign that threatens shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and has sent oil markets into extreme volatility while regional tensions spike

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Nearly 120 dollars a barrel Peak Brent crude during the Iran war induced spike

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"death, fire and fury will reign upon Iran" — President Donald Trump

SPX 6,796 ↑ 0.83% Dow 47,741 ↑ 0.50% Nasdaq 22,696 ↑ 1.38% Gold 5,195 ↑ 1.79% BTC 71,002 ↑ 3.74%

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Iran launches attacks at Gulf Arab countries - regional pressure rises

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