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Bitcoin Faces Downward Pressure as Venezuela's Designation Escalates Tensions

In the wake of U.S. President Trump's recent designation of Venezuela’s government as a foreign terrorist organization, Bitcoin has experienced a noticeable pullback.

The announcement, made amidst rising geopolitical tensions, resulted in a blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, which caused oil prices to surge.

On September 2, U.S. military actions targeting Venezuelan drug operations heightened the situation, resulting in several casualties.

Following this escalation, Bitcoin's price decreased by approximately 2%, trading at $85,956.58, while also reflecting an 8.35% decline over the past week.

As the market reacted, daily trading volume remained flat at $43.66 billion, indicating cautious investor sentiment amidst geopolitical uncertainty.

Joshua Young, a commodities investment expert, warned that the implications of a blockade could significantly impact oil prices, potentially leading to broader economic consequences.

Meanwhile, Bitcoin's market capitalization fell to $1.71 trillion, with its dominance increasing slightly to 59.66%.

Market data also revealed a decline in total Bitcoin futures open interest, dropping by 2.91% to $57.02 billion amidst increased liquidations across both long and short positions.

As tensions escalate, the cryptocurrency sector remains highly sensitive to global events, showcasing the interconnectedness of traditional finance and digital assets.

Investors will need to closely monitor unfolding developments as they could further influence Bitcoin's price trajectory in the coming days.