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Iran’s IRGC commander vows continued strikes near Strait of Hormuz, and crypto markets are paying attention

Crypto Briefing·July 17, 2026·1 min read
Iran’s IRGC commander vows continued strikes near Strait of Hormuz, and crypto markets are paying attention

Iran's IRGC Aerospace Force commander vowed continued strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, raising crypto market volatility risks after $80B in earlier losses. The geopolitical tension threatens global trade routes and could further destabilize digital asset markets, with traders monitoring for potential disruptions.

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