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New Framework Defines Military Strikes Between Iran and Israel

4/8/2026

Summary

Iran-Israel Military Engagements

The market defines a strike as Iranian military forces using aerial bombs, drones, or missiles that hit Israeli territory.
The market defines a military action as similar attacks by Israeli forces on Iranian ground.
Notably, artillery fire, small arms fire, and cyberattacks by either side do not qualify as strikes or military actions.
This framework outlines the parameters for assessing military engagements between Iran and Israel.

Summary

Iran's Missile Threat

Iranian missiles targeted central Israel shortly after a ceasefire announcement, raising concerns about the ceasefire's credibility.
The market-implied probability of a ceasefire by April 7 fell from 76% to 57%, while expectations for U.S. action in Iran rose to 98.8%.
Traders are recalibrating amid volatility, with the April 30 market at 72.5%.
Official statements from U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will shape market sentiment moving forward.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 overthrew the Pahlavi monarchy, establishing the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. This shift marked a significant geopolitical change, leading to the U.S. Central Command's formation in 1983 to address regional conflicts. Ongoing hostilities, including recent Iranian missile strikes on Israel, reflect the enduring tensions rooted in the revolution's aftermath and its implications for military readiness and market stability.

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Iran-Israel Military Engagements

The market defines a strike as Iranian military forces using aerial bombs, drones, or missiles that hit Israeli territory.
The market defines a military action as similar attacks by Israeli forces on Iranian ground.
Notably, artillery fire, small arms fire, and cyberattacks by either side do not qualify as strikes or military actions.
This framework outlines the parameters for assessing military engagements between Iran and Israel.

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