The U.S. expects Iran to strike Israel imminently, potentially within the next 12 hours, using ballistic missiles and drones targeting airbases and intelligence headquarters. In response, tensions have escalated, with Israel conducting targeted operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. The UN is urging all sides to avoid an all-out war in Lebanon.

The Bitcoin (BTC) price has dropped to $62,171 amid this geopolitical uncertainty, falling 1.79% today. The BTC market remains neutral, fluctuating between $61,801 and $64,122 today. This recent news has influenced market sentiment and caused increased volatility in the cryptocurrency market.