Iran Warns of “Quick Retaliation” Amid Imminent U.S. Strike Threats

Tensions between Washington and Tehran reached a boiling point today as Iran’s leadership warned of a “finger on the trigger” response to U.S. military build-ups off its coast. Global markets reacted sharply to the escalation, with gold prices surging past $5,500 per ounce as investors fear a repeat or expansion of the June 2025 strikes.