Iran’s army chief warns of ‘total destruction’ for ground invasion

Iran’s army chief warned of “total destruction” if a ground invasion occurs. Odds for US forces entering Iran by April 30 are at 52% YES, down from 57% a day ago.

This warning hit two markets. The US forces entering Iran by April 30 market dropped 5 points, showing traders’ uncertainty about ground operations. The December 31 market holds at 64% YES, indicating traders expect possible escalation later this year.

The US-Iran ceasefire by April 7 market fell to 8% YES, down from 10% a day ago and 26% a week ago. The bearish trend in ceasefire markets suggests Iran’s stance makes diplomatic solutions unlikely soon. With April 7 approaching, a ceasefire seems improbable.

Daily USDC trading across these markets totals $2.57M. The April 30 market, with $1.97M/day in USDC, needs $37K to shift the price 5 points, indicating that recent changes reflect serious trader sentiment.

Iran’s threat could deter or provoke US action. The drop in short-term invasion odds shows some traders bet on deterrence. At 52¢, a YES share for April 30 pays $1 if US forces enter Iran, offering a near 2x return.

Watch for statements from US actors like CENTCOM and the Pentagon, and any troop movements. Hegseth’s next Pentagon briefing could sway market sentiment if operational language changes.

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