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US considers nuclear option as Iran tensions escalate

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 26, 2026 · 2 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar suggests the nuclear option is now a real consideration as conventional tactics fail to sway Iran. The odds of no qualifying diplomatic US-Iran meeting by June 30 sit at 13.5% YES, up from 9% yesterday.

Market reaction

The June 30 diplomatic meeting market moved sharply on Aguilar’s comments about nuclear escalation. With 67 days to resolve, odds rose from 2% just a week ago. The Iranian regime fall market prices a regime collapse by June 30 at 8.5% YES.

Why it matters

The sub-market for Iran’s regime fall by May 31 shows a 3.9% likelihood, meaning traders see little chance of rapid collapse. Escalated military action could push these odds higher if conditions worsen. Daily face value is $956,969, but it takes just $7,057 to swing the odds by 5 percentage points, making the market vulnerable to large trades.

What to watch

This is a Tier 3 source, so skepticism is warranted, though Aguilar’s military background gives his statements some weight. At 13¢, a YES bet on no diplomatic meeting by June 30 pays $1, a potential 7.7x return if tensions escalate further. The bet depends on talks not resuming within 67 days.

Watch for official statements from Vice President J.D. Vance or the Iranian Foreign Minister. Confirmation of new talks or a ceasefire collapse would be the clearest catalysts. Military maneuvers or shifts in diplomatic posture matter too.

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Where Will The Next Us Iran Diplomatic Meeting Happen 455
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
June 30 13.5% Trade →
Will The Iranian Regime Fall June 30
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
June 30 8.5% Trade →
Will The Iranian Regime Fall May 31
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
May 31 3.9% Trade →
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