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Bitcoin Reclaims $77,500 as Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire, $120M Shorts Liquidated

Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $77,500 level after President Donald Trump extended the Iran ceasefire, easing immediate geopolitical fears and supporting risk sentiment across global markets. The move triggered strong volatility in crypto markets, with approximately $120 million worth of short positions liquidated within the last two hours, accelerating upward momentum.

Tristan R.
By Tristan R.

Senior Author · April 22, 2026

2 min
Key takeaways
Crypto Market Rallies After Ceasefire Extension and Short Liquidations Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $77,500 level after President Donald Trump extended the Iran ceasefire, easing immediate geopolitical fears and supporting risk sentiment across global markets.
The move triggered strong volatility in crypto markets, with approximately $120 million worth of short positions liquidated within the last two hours, accelerating upward momentum.
$BTC 4h price chart The broader market followed Bitcoin’s recovery, with Ethereum (ETH) and XRP also posting gains amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the second round of US–Iran peace talks .

Crypto Market Rallies After Ceasefire Extension and Short Liquidations

Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $77,500 level after President Donald Trump extended the Iran ceasefire, easing immediate geopolitical fears and supporting risk sentiment across global markets. The move triggered strong volatility in crypto markets, with approximately $120 million worth of short positions liquidated within the last two hours, accelerating upward momentum.

$BTC 4h price chart

The broader market followed Bitcoin’s recovery, with Ethereum (ETH) and XRP also posting gains amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the second round of US–Iran peace talks. Bitcoin is currently trading above $77,000, marking a gain of more than 4% so far this week, signaling renewed bullish confidence among traders.

Bitcoin Technical Indicators Support Further Upside

Momentum indicators remain constructive, with the Relative Strength Index (RSI) near 64 and the MACD staying in positive territory. Immediate resistance is seen near $78,962, followed by the psychological $80,000 level and the 200-day EMA at $82,455.

BTC 200 day EMA

Ethereum and XRP Show Strength at Key Resistance Levels

Ethereum (ETH) is approaching the 200-day EMA at $2,653, and a confirmed close above this level could open the door for further upside movement. Meanwhile, XRP has closed above its 50-day EMA at $1.41, indicating strengthening bullish sentiment and the potential for additional price expansion.

Ethereum (ETH) is approaching the 200-day EMA

Despite geopolitical uncertainty tied to ongoing negotiations, technical signals across major cryptocurrencies suggest the possibility of continued gains in the near term if resistance levels are successfully cleared.

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Tristan R.
Tristan R.

8+ years covering crypto markets, macro, and geopolitics. Previously at Decrypt and CoinDesk. Focused on the intersection of digital assets and traditional finance.

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