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Bitcoin Tops $67,000 After Trump Declares US-Iran Deal Complete and Hormuz Reopening
Bitcoin reached a two-week high of over $67,000 following President Trump's announcement of a completed US-Iran nuclear deal and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This news caused oil prices to drop by approximately 4%, indicating a broader risk-on shift in asset markets. The price surge was amplified by the liquidation of around $150 million in crypto short positions, forcing buyers into the market. This event highlights Bitcoin's increasing correlation with macroeconomic and geopolitical developments rather than just crypto-specific factors.
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