Israel urges US to bomb Iran’s energy infrastructure within 24 hours as crypto markets brace for impact
Crypto Briefing
Israel is pressuring the US to target Iranian energy infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions that are impacting energy prices and Bitcoin's market performance.Summary
Israel has requested that the US bomb Iranian energy infrastructure within 24 hours to intensify pressure on Tehran following military strikes that began in February 2026. While energy prices have surged by 24%, the US administration has advised caution to prevent civilian casualties and a catastrophic global oil crisis. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has shown resilience, rising 12% during the conflict, as figures like Arthur Hayes suggest it is increasingly viewed as a safe-haven asset despite the negative impact of rising electricity costs on crypto mining operations.
(Source：Crypto Briefing)