Key Takeaways Trump warned of military intervention if Iran cracks down on protests, sparking conflict with Tehran. Defense contractors like LMT, NOC and RTX have historically seen shares rise during past U.S.-Iran tensions. ETFs like ITA offer diversified exposure to defense spending while reducing single-contractor program risk.The global security landscape experienced significant volatility at the very start of 2026. Following the high-stakes abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces, ...