United States launches surprise strike on Iranian nuclear facilities… Bitcoin and Ethereum surge sharply

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on the 21st (local time) that "three nuclear facilities in Iran were successfully attacked."

President Trump stated on Truth Social that "Iran's Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan nuclear facilities were precisely targeted," adding, "The operation was successfully completed and all aircraft are now out of Iranian airspace, returning safely."

He said, "A full-scale bombing was carried out on the key target, the Fordow facility. This operation showcased the U.S. military's precision strike capabilities. No other military in the world can conduct such an operation. I pay tribute to America's great warriors." He continued, "Now is the time for peace."

Following these remarks, both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) switched to an upward trend. Expectations grew that the U.S.'s swift military intervention would ease Middle East risks. Bitcoin rose about 1.5%, climbing from $108,370 to $102,900, while Ethereum surged nearly 4%, breaking above the $2,216 to $2,300 level.