Trump says 'massive' strike against Iran underway - bitcoin tumble points to rocky start for markets next week

A plume of smoke rises following a reported explosion in Tehran on Feb. 28, 2026. Two loud blasts were heard in Tehran on Feb. 28 morning by AFP journalists, and two plumes of thick smoke were seen ...

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Trump says 'massive' strike against Iran underway - bitcoin plunge offers a glimpse of how markets could react

A plume of smoke rises following a reported explosion in Tehran on Feb. 28, 2026. Two loud blasts were heard in Tehran on Feb. 28 morning by AFP journalists, and two plumes of thick smoke were seen ...

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Trump said 'sometimes you have to' use force on Friday. Oil markets now see high odds of the U.S. striking Iran.

That's particularly important as Iran has ramped up exports in recent weeks, according to Smith. It's a signal that Iran is "preparing for some type of military incursion and is trying to get out as ...

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