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Market Futures Slip as Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Sentiment

  U.S. stock futures edged lower early Thursday as investors attempted to extend Wednesday’s rebound but remained cautious amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell about 0.4%, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures slipped roughly 0.2% each. The pullback followed a strong regular session in which all three major indexes posted gains, with the Dow snapping a three‑day losing streak.  The overnight weakness reflects persistent market sensitivity to geopolitical developments. Escalating tensions involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran continue to drive volatility across asset classes, with traders closely watching oil prices and inflation implications. Recent sessions have seen markets swing sharply as headlines shift, underscoring the fragile balance between economic fundamentals and geopolitical risk.  Despite the cautious tone, Wednesday’s rally showed that investors are still willing to buy into dips—particularl...
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Rising Tensions as Azerbaijan Warns of Retaliation After Iranian Drone Strike

A drone explodes at the airport of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video.

Azerbaijan has issued a firm warning that it will retaliate after two Iranian drones crossed into its Nakhchivan exclave, injuring four people and heightening fears of regional escalation. According to Azerbaijani officials, the drones entered its airspace on Thursday before striking near the Nakhchivan airport, an incident captured in eyewitness footage. 

The Azerbaijani Defence Ministry condemned the attack, stating that “these attacks will not remain unanswered,” and confirmed that investigations are underway to identify the types of drones used. Authorities emphasized that response measures are being prepared to safeguard the country’s territorial integrity and protect civilians.

The strike comes amid already strained relations between Azerbaijan and Iran, fueled by Baku’s deepening ties with Türkiye and Israel. The incident also raises broader concerns about the spillover of Middle East conflicts into the South Caucasus, a region where geopolitical tensions are already high. 


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