Thoughts on Middle Eastern Trading, First Trading Review, Seeking Guidance from Fellow Traders. The Middle Eastern conflict seems to have come to a temporary halt. I've always said that analysis is for trading purposes. During this period, I opened some positions, all in small ant positions, mainly to test my views. I plan to share the details whether I lose or gain. The first geopolitical conflict trade started on June 17th, with a long position of $104,666. Feeling uncertain due to potential war escalation, I closed 85% on the 19th at $104,753, essentially covering funding rates and transaction fees. The remaining 15% was left to observe. I typically reduce large positions when unsure about future trends and maintain a smaller position for monitoring. That evening, prices began dropping, and my 0.5 $BTC long position at $103,555 was liquidated. I always start with 0.5 $BTC positions. As the market knew, war escalated, causing market decline. My liquidation price was around $98,800. On June 22nd, with reports of potential US involvement, prices rapidly dropped. After weighing options, I chose to stop loss at $100,567. The initial loss was $1,800. I placed an order at $100,200 that wasn't filled, then another at $100,700 which was executed. My reasoning was that US involvement would likely end the war quickly, given Trump's limited time. Prices continued dropping. While accepting the decline, I felt the price was still high, as my liquidation price was around $96,500. I hoped for a lower liquidation price and closed at $100,407, losing another $200. I continued placing orders, eventually committing my entire contract account worth 0.666 $BTC. Prices dropped to a low of $98,115 on the 22nd while I was on vacation, contemplating whether to stop loss. However, considering it was Sunday with low liquidity and high panic, especially in crypto markets, I believed the reaction was excessive. I tweeted my thoughts, suggesting the weekend reaction was disproportionate. I decided to hold rather than stop loss, even considering transferring funds from my spot account. This aligns with my three-month-long discussion with friends that analysis should support trading. I started with $2,000 in contracts, gradually growing to $5,000 through careful trading. My initial plan was to limit monthly trading to $2,000, treating liquidation as a learning opportunity. On June 23rd at CME opening, prices returned above $100,000, turning my position profitable. On the 24th, rumors of Hormuz Strait blockade emerged, causing oil price increases and market risks. After careful analysis, I believed US involvement would be swift. Two key factors supported holding my position: Iran's prior communication with the US and Trump's energy policy responses. Waking up at 11 AM, I saw prices above $105,000 and peace talks. With subsequent missile launch reports, I closed 80% of my position at $104,836, achieving a net profit of $500. The remaining 20% reached 100% profit at $105,200. With Israeli ministers discussing potential retaliation, I closed the final position around $105,000. My current account has grown to nearly $7,500. Future trades will depend on oil prices and war trends, with increased caution. I emphasize contract trading's high risks, especially with higher leverage. I always prepare for potential total loss, maintaining a calm mindset. My focus remains on market analysis to support spot trading. Contracts can be a point of no return. While currently profitable, without careful management, gains can quickly disappear. Sponsored by @ApeXProtocolCN | Dex With ApeX

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