Iran conflict, Middle East and energy infrastructure attacks
Trump says Israel must reimburse the U.S. for Iran conflict costs, Russia is evacuating diplomats from Israel, and drone attacks hit energy sites in Iraq and Russia.
What we know
@Polymarket reports Trump's reimbursement demand and an account on X reports Russia's evacuation flight. Another account on X says an Iraq gas complex was hit, and another account on X reports the Kinef refinery strike. Another account on X highlights flooding in Gaza.
How the story developed
Trump says Israel must reimburse the U.S. for Iran conflict costs, Russia is evacuating diplomats from Israel, and drone attacks hit energy sites in Iraq and Russia.
US Ambassador Huckabee says Iran's missile range roughly doubled in a year, while a European Parliament chair says Iranians' human rights are being overshadowed by nuclear and Hormuz talks.
Brent crossed $100 amid reports Trump may let Israel strike Iran without direct US involvement, with commentary pointing to a prolonged war.
US equities, bonds, gold and Bitcoin rallied after Democratic gains raised hopes for gridlock and a faster end to the Iran war. The Dow rose 3% and Brent fell below $100.
Crude fell $5+ (WTI) and $7+ (Brent), taking WTI under $90 in the biggest drop since April 2020. European gas and UK gilt yields also fell.
Iran says the US response was unconvincing and Hormuz stays closed until seven conditions are met, undercutting reports that the US approved a Qatari MOU draft. Brent holds near $103.50.
Brent fell over $8/bbl on hopes of progress in Iran war efforts, while social media fears of nuclear escalation persist. European gas also dropped sharply.
Sources
“Trump declares Israel will have to reimburse the U.S. for 'any and all costs'”
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