Bitcoin Crashes Below $102K After U.S. Bombs 3 Iranian Nuclear Sites

In a sudden escalation of Middle East tensions, the US launched airstrikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities—Fardo, Natanz, and Esfahan...

Written by: Maham Arslan • Sunday, June 22, 2025 • 2 min read

• Last updated: Sunday, June 22, 2025

Quick overview

The US launched airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Bitcoin and Ethereum experienced significant declines, with Bitcoin dropping below $102,000 and Ethereum down 7%.
Market sentiment shifted towards safe assets amid geopolitical uncertainty, with analysts predicting continued volatility.
The future of crypto markets hinges on Iran's response, with potential for further declines if tensions escalate.

In a sudden escalation of Middle East tensions, the US launched airstrikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities—Fardo, Natanz, and Esfahan—following increased regional instability. President Donald Trump announced the attacks via a tweet, saying US fighter jets had completed the mission and returned to US bases.

After the strikes, President Trump warned Iran that additional targets are on standby if Tehran doesn’t pursue peace. This marks direct US military involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict and has sent shockwaves through global markets.

The crypto market was hit hard. Bitcoin fell sharply, dropping below $102,000 within hours of the news, with Ethereum down 7%. According to data, Bitcoin briefly touched $101,000, causing heavy sell-offs across altcoins and large-cap assets.

Crypto Markets Go Risk-Off

The strikes triggered a sudden shift in sentiment, pushing traders towards safe assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. Bitcoin and Ethereum, already under pressure, accelerated their declines as US military action was announced.

Key points:

Bitcoin down 2% in the last 24 hours and 5% this week
Ethereum down 7% in the same time frame
Market is defensive, volatility to persist

Analysts say the market is in a “wait and see” mode, watching Iran’s response. If the conflict escalates or draws in China or Russia, risk assets (including crypto) may see deeper losses.

Bitcoin’s next support zone is at $92K-$94K, about 10% below current levels. A break below this could see more aggressive sell-offs across altcoins.

Volatility Reigns, Outlook Hinges on Iran’s Response

The immediate reaction was negative but some traders see a short-term bounce. According to a well-known crypto analyst on Twitter, Bitcoin has entered a key support zone and may see a relief rally before further downside.

Bitcoin Price Chart - Source: Tradingview — Bitcoin Price Chart – Source: Tradingview

But this is contingent on geopolitics. If tensions ease, bullish sentiment will return quickly. If Iran strikes back or the conflict widens, it will get worse.

In summary:

Bitcoin at a technical and geopolitical crossroads
Peace talks will stabilize markets, conflict will see more declines
Be cautious with high volatilityWait and see

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Maham Arslan

Crypto News Writer | Blockchain & Web3 Reporter

Maham is a crypto news writer and market analyst specializing in breaking down the latest developments across blockchain, digital assets, and decentralized finance (DeFi). With hands-on experience covering high-impact stories—from regulatory shifts and token launches to macro-driven price movements—she delivers timely, accurate, and SEO-optimized content for fast-growing crypto media platforms. Her expertise lies in producing daily news reports, price predictions, technical summaries, and coverage of market-moving events. Maham tracks real-time updates across global newswires, X (Twitter), and on-chain data to provide actionable insights tailored for retail traders, crypto enthusiasts, and institutional readers. With a strong grasp of crypto fundamentals and Web3 trends, she delivers content that’s informed, accessible, and always on time.