Recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have quickly moved from regional conflict to global economic concern . The escalation between the United States, Israel, and Iran has already begun affecting markets, supply chains, and commodity prices around the world. While the military and political consequences remain uncertain, the economic ripple effects are already becoming clear. The conflict intensified after coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, an operation that reportedly resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The strikes triggered retaliatory missile attacks from Iran and heightened fears of a broader regional conflict. Financial markets responded immediately, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding the situation. One of the most immediate impacts has been in energy markets. Oil prices surged sharply as investors and governments began factoring in the possibility of disruptions to supply. Brent crude oil , the ...