Bitcoin, ether, solana hold steady as Trump sets Tuesday night deadline for Iran deal

As Trump sets a deadline for an Iran deal, Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana remain stable despite geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices, prompting market resilience.

As President Trump sets a Tuesday night deadline for an Iran deal, the cryptocurrency market remains surprisingly stable amidst geopolitical tensions. With Bitcoin lingering around $68,600 and Solana holding at $79.75, what's driving the resilience of these digital assets? Why Are Crypto Markets Holding Steady? Despite the backdrop of rising oil prices — which have surged above $112 — Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana appear relatively unfazed. Bitcoin has slipped slightly, but it's been fluctuating within a consistent range of **$65,000 to $73,000** for the past six weeks, primarily influenced by geopolitical headlines. Just yesterday, Bitcoin experienced a brief rally, touching **$69,350**, following reports of a potential 45-day ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. However, this optimism quickly faded as Iran rejected the proposal, demanding broader concessions. Now, traders are looking toward the impending deadline set by Trump that could significantly impact the market. How Is Trump's Deadline Affecting Market Sentiment? Trump's ultimatum has introduced a layer of uncertainty across the markets. With threats of military action if a deal is not reached, Bitcoin retraced to **$68,589** in Asian hours Tuesday, down 0.6% over the last 24 hours. This recent fluctuation reflects a broader trend where positive headlines boost prices briefly before bearish sentiments take hold once again. “This move looks less like a shift in fundamentals and more like positioning getting caught offsides,” noted Diana Pires, chief business officer at sFOX. Monday's spike led to nearly **$200 million** in short liquidations, showcasing how quickly sentiment can turn in either direction. What About Other Cryptocurrencies? In addition to Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies are also feeling the heat. Ether fell **1%** to **$2,104**, while Solana’s SOL dropped **2.7%** to **$79.75**. XRP also saw a decline of **1.6%** to **$1.32**, and Dogecoin slid **2.2%** to **$0.09**. BNB, in contrast, held steady a