Iran Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets as Strait of Hormuz Blockade Escalates

US Air Force Steps Up Persian Gulf Operations as Iran Tensions Mount

US-Iran Diplomatic Meeting Canceled, Raising Fears of 2026 Conflict

Trump Says Iran Deal Bars US Bombing for Up to Two Years

US Forces Intercept Iranian Drones Targeting Ships in Strait of Hormuz

Three Iranian Oil Tankers Cross US Naval Blockade, Tasnim Reports

Gold Drops Third Straight Day as Iran Tensions Boost Dollar

US Inflation Hits 4.2% as Gas Prices Surge 40% on Iran Tensions

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This is part of a broader regime shift where strong employment data forces the Fed to keep rates high, while Middle East tensions add supply-side inflation pressures. Crypto markets, already in extreme fear, are vulnerable to a macro-driven capitulation event. However, if the bond market starts pricing in a recession (inverted yield curve deepening), the narrative could flip to 'Fed pivot' expectations, benefiting crypto as a hedge against fiat debasement.

US Treasuries

Treasuries prices fell due to increased expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes and Middle East tensions.

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