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Oil Prices Surge as U.S. Threatens Pressure on Iran
Fading hopes of U.S.-Iran talks and stricter sanctions fears lifted U.S. crude, while diesel crack spreads hit triple digits this week, analysts said.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced an 'unprecedented' economic pressure campaign against Iran, sending oil prices surging as markets reacted to the escalating geopolitical threat.
- Ongoing supply constraints and conflict in the Middle East have disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, where the United States maintains a naval blockade to counter Iran's attacks.
- Brent Crude futures rose 2.9% to $94.31 per barrel early Thursday, while West Texas Intermediate jumped 3.3% to $88.67, as markets reacted to the escalating geopolitical rhetoric.
- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed the threats as a 'diversion' from America's $40 trillion national debt crisis, while Trump warned of 'tremendous economic consequences' for any country aiding Tehran.
- Despite the ongoing blockade, the United States military continues to escort tankers through the waterway, guaranteeing the shipping of about 10 million barrels of oil daily.
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This is its highest level since the end of July
·Madrid, Spain
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Oil prices have risen significantly following new threats from US President Donald Trump against Iran.
·Zürich, Switzerland
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Oil is rising in New York, where prices rise by 2.71% to 88.16 dollars per barrel. After Trump's announcement of the economic d-day against Iran, the Brent also rises by over 94 dollars to 94.6 dollars with a rise of 3.25%. (ANSA). (ANSA)
·Rome, Italy
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right1Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution56% Center
Bias Distribution
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C 56%
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