Dollar Strengthens Globally as Middle East Conflict Shakes Currency Markets

On March 13, 2026, the US dollar has surpassed the level of 81 rubles on the Forex market for the first time since the beginning of 2026, according to trading data. At its peak, the American currency climbed to 81.22 rubles. At the time of publication, the dollar was trading at around 80.31 rubles, up 1.02 percent during the session. First Time Since Early January The last time the dollar traded above this level was on January 6, 2026. Since then, the exchange rate had remained below the 81-ruble mark.