Russia’s Foreign Ministry has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens in Gulf countries to exercise caution, following the breakdown of an interim agreement aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.
The warning comes as the United States and Iran have engaged in a series of reciprocal strikes, marking a significant escalation in regional hostilities.
The diplomatic setback and renewed military activity have intensified concerns among market participants regarding the stability of critical shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf.
With the interim deal no longer holding, the risk of broader conflict disrupting energy flows and maritime logistics has risen sharply.
Market strategists are increasingly alert to the potential for renewed volatility in global equities and energy markets.
The exchange of strikes between the two powers represents a sharp deterioration in the security environment, threatening to reignite fears of a wider regional war that could impact global trade routes.