Bitcoin Reaches Two-Month High Amid Middle East Conflict Optimism

Bitcoin rose to a two-month high as optimism grew over potential resolution of the Middle East conflict following Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is open for commercial traffic. The price of Bitcoin reached $78,343, with other digital assets also rising as markets shifted to a risk-on stance.

By David Pan Fri, April 17, 2026 at 9:56 PM GMT+3 2 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Bitcoin Reaches Two-Month High Amid Middle East Conflict Optimism

Topics: Bitcoin Digital Assets Geopolitical Risk Market Sentiment Middle East Conflict

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