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The strikes on Dahieh signal a potential broadening of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, which historically drives oil prices higher and rattles global equity markets. Crypto, despite its 'digital gold' narrative, has traded more like a risk-on asset during geopolitical shocks, with BTC often dipping initially before any safe-haven bid emerges. The current fear & greed index at 29 (Fear) suggests markets are already fragile, amplifying downside sensitivity.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced strikes on the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh in Beirut in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.