Israel’s Air Force conducted a strike in Iran – update

As it happened:

We got a 10 minute or so warning:

• Financial Times reports Israeli strike on Iran could come today, Friday 13 June

Then:

• Explosions heard in Tehran – reports are sketchy
• Israel says has launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran

Market response to Israel attack on Iran: Yen up, Oil rockets higher.

Updates:

• State of emergency declared in Israel for next 48 hours. Israel declared prohibition on educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces, except for essential sectors.
• Israel has shut its airspace
• U.S. informed allies but did not participate, raising risks of regional escalation and potential nuclear implications. No US involvement or assistance
• Israel says it’s striking dozens of military targets across Iran, including nuclear sites
• There some reports of explosions at Iran’s Natanz and Fordow nuclear facilities, unconfirmed as yet

Brent update:

This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.