The simmering conflict between Israel vs Iran war escalated into open confrontation in June 2025, sparking global attention. While distant from millions of Nigerians, the implications of this crisis reach far beyond the Middle East, impacting energy markets, geopolitical alignments, and local economies, including Nigeria’s. Israel vs Iran War
1. Origins of the Conflict
The fresh round of hostilities began on June 13, 2025, when Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, missile infrastructure, and military leaders. These strikes marked a decisive shift from shadow operations and Mossad-led sabotage to full-scale, overt military action.
2. Military & Covert Campaigns
This campaign blended advanced drone sabotage with coordinated airstrikes. Mossad drones incapacitated Iran’s air defenses and missile launchers ahead of Israeli fighter jets’ strikes on strategic military and nuclear targets.
3. Iran’s Response
In retaliation, Iran launched short-range missile attacks targeting Tel Aviv, Haifa, and other cities. It also threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, an oil chokepoint critical to global supply. Meanwhile, Iran imposed a near-national internet blackout, disrupting communications and intensifying civilian fears.
4. Global Shocks & Strategic Stakes
Oil and Energy Markets: Crude oil prices surged from around $65 to $75 per barrel, touching up to $100–150 levels if Iran blocks the Hormuz Strait.
Regional Power Shift: Analysts describe the conflict as the most consequential Middle East war since Iraq (2003) or the Six-Day War (1967).
Economic Volatility: Global markets saw turbulence, with safe-haven assets in demand and oil-rich nations like Nigeria experiencing sharp economic reverberations.
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5. Nigeria’s Economic Exposure
Despite no direct involvement, the conflict affects Nigeria significantly:
Oil Revenues & Forex: Higher global oil prices bolster Nigeria’s earnings and foreign reserves—beneficial for naira stability.
Inflation & Costs: Rising fuel prices drive up transportation and goods costs, triggering inflation and potential monetary tightening.
Investor Sentiment: While oil-sector stocks may benefit short term, across-the-board investment could slow due to global uncertainty.
6. The Bigger Picture for Nigerians
Energy Policy Lessons: The crisis highlights the importance of diversifying energy sources and stockpiling fuel to buffer against geopolitical shocks.
Foreign Relations: Nigeria’s status as an OPEC member puts it at a crossroads, balancing global alignment while protecting domestic economic interests through diplomacy and policy agility
Donald Trump’s Major Social Media Posts on the Conflict
“We know exactly where the so‑called ‘Supreme Leader’ is hiding… UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!”
Posted on June 17, this Truth Social message doubled down on Iran, warning of further U.S. military escalation, According to DW
