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Iran strikes energy hubs across five Gulf nations, triggering regional market chaos

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Following Israeli-US airstrikes on Iranian targets yesterday morning, the Islamic Republic launched a retaliatory missile barrage that struck critical infrastructure in Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen this afternoon at 12:54 PM local time (UTC+3). The coordinated attack has ignited severe market volatility across Middle Eastern energy sectors as traders react to reports of significant damage.

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    Iran launched attacks on energy facilities in five Middle Eastern countries following Israeli and US strikes.
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    The region is facing an escalating crisis as Iran's retaliatory actions have hit the Gulf area with missiles, drones, and fighter jets.
Mar 20, 13:23 Markets ignited across Middle Eastern countries.
Mar 20, 12:54 Major damage occurred in five Arab nations; markets shook following Iranian attacks on energy facilities after Israeli and US strikes caused regional volatility.