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Bitcoin Soars to $68,000 After Khamenei's Death

3/1/2026

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  • Bitcoin's price rebounded to $68,000 on March 1, 2026, after U.S.-Israel airstrikes in Iran reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
  • Bitcoin had previously dropped to around $63,176 amid market panic.
  • Investors grew optimistic after the report of Khamenei's death.
  • Ethereum and Solana also gained.
  • Caution remains due to lower weekend liquidity, which can amplify price swings.