Middle East Turmoil: Iran’s Supreme Leader Assassinated in Attack, Global Energy and Financial Storm Approaching

Key Facts
On February 28th, Beijing time, the US and Israel launched the "Epic Fire" joint airstrike, covering 24 provinces in Iran, resulting in 201 deaths and 747 injuries (including 148 children). Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei was precisely targeted and assassinated at his residence in Tehran, and Iran has confirmed this news.

US and Israel’s Strategy Fully Upgraded

- Breaking the usual midnight operation pattern, launching attacks during Iran’s weekday daytime to create dual psychological and public shock
- Transitioning from targeted strikes to a decapitation campaign aimed at paralyzing the national system, directly hitting command centers and key military facilities

Iran’s Strong Response

- Fired 150 ballistic missiles at Israel, with a 90% hit rate, and attacked 14 Middle Eastern US military bases
- Directly closed the Strait of Hormuz, cutting off 20% of global oil transportation
- Established a wartime succession system, ensuring a smooth power transition, with a more assertive successor, leaving no room for de-escalation

Immediate Impact on the Global and Ordinary People

1. Oil prices surge: International oil prices may spike to $120-150 per barrel, domestic gasoline prices return to 8-10 yuan, with overall increases in prices and logistics
2. Gold prices soar: Safe-haven demand drives gold prices higher, with jewelry prices expected to break through 2000 yuan per gram
3. Global crisis: Energy shortages and escalating inflation may trigger a food crisis and global recession
4. China’s Involvement: Rising energy import costs accelerate diversification of energy sources and renewable energy deployment, with diplomatic efforts to promote peace and negotiations