The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched several ballistic missiles targeting a US air base and the CENTCOM center located in Jordan, according to FX Street. This military attack occurred on Wednesday during European trading hours.
The missile strikes represent a significant escalation in regional tensions, directly impacting US military infrastructure in Jordan. CENTCOM, responsible for US military operations in the Middle East, was specifically targeted along with the nearby air base.
For Japanese investors, developments like these can influence risk sentiment across global markets, including FX and equities, as geopolitical instability often drives safe-haven flows and volatility in energy prices.