Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed his forces to “forcefully” attack Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The odds of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah by June 30 sit at 100% YES despite this order.
Netanyahu’s aggressive stance raises questions about the ceasefire-by-April-30 market, which also sits at 100% YES. The market on a Trump endorsement of an Israeli ceasefire by end of April is at 100% YES. With no trading volume across any of these contracts, the odds reflect a static state rather than active conviction.
Zero trades have been recorded in the past 24 hours across these markets, meaning the 100% figures represent theoretical rather than practical certainty. Traders may be anticipating a shift in tone or policy but are not placing financial bets on it.
Netanyahu’s escalation fits a pattern of increased hostilities that reduces the probability of a near-term ceasefire. Betting on a ceasefire by April 30 at 100¢ returns nothing unless confirmed, and the current military actions give reason for skepticism.
Watch for statements from Netanyahu or Hezbollah’s leadership, as any shift in public posturing could move these markets. Trump’s next statements on Israeli actions could also affect the odds on his ceasefire endorsement.
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Source: https://cryptobriefing.com/netanyahu-orders-forceful-attacks-on-hezbollah-targets-in-lebanon/
