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July 28, 2026
President Trump said he wants to avoid further escalation with Iran as negotiations continue over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, keeping global oil markets focused on the region's critical shipping corridor.
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July 23, 2026
Oil prices climbed above $100/bbl after Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers in the Red Sea intensified concerns over global crude supplies, adding to ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Kazakhstan's export routes amid escalating Middle East conflict.
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July 22, 2026
Oil prices climbed toward $95/bbl as escalating U.S.-Iran hostilities, tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea shipping threats and disruptions to Kazakhstan's crude exports heightened concerns over global oil supplies and market volatility.
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July 21, 2026
The IEA says alternative crude supplies and emergency stock releases are helping stabilize global oil markets despite escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, but warns refined fuel and LNG markets remain under pressure.
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July 19, 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchanged new strikes over the weekend, raising tensions across the Middle East and increasing risks to oil markets, commercial shipping and energy infrastructure. The latest escalation comes as attacks near the Strait of Hormuz continue to support higher crude prices.
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July 15, 2026
Oil prices climbed above $85/bbl as the U.S. launched another round of strikes on Iran, deepening security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz and keeping traders focused on potential disruptions to global crude exports.
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July 15, 2026
Gulf oil exports are slowing again as renewed attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt shipping, according to satellite imagery reviewed by Bloomberg, raising fresh concerns over crude supplies moving through one of the world's most important energy transit routes.
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July 14, 2026
Oil prices climbed after the Trump administration scrapped a proposed Strait of Hormuz transit fee but intensified pressure on Iran by resuming its shipping blockade and launching new military strikes, keeping geopolitical risk firmly in focus for energy markets.
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July 13, 2026
Oil prices surged after President Trump announced plans to reinstate a blockade on Iranian shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20% transit fee on other cargoes, renewing concerns over global oil supplies and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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July 12, 2026
The United States launched a third round of strikes on Iran as Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to commercial shipping, escalating tensions that threaten global oil exports and energy markets.
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July 10, 2026
Oil prices declined as the United States and Iran continued technical talks following renewed military strikes, easing immediate supply concerns even as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained below normal.
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July 10, 2026
A limited number of oil tankers continue to transit the Strait of Hormuz via the Oman shipping corridor despite renewed U.S.-Iran military strikes, while observable vessel traffic remains below normal levels.
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July 09, 2026
Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed sharply after renewed U.S. and Iranian military strikes, with tanker traffic, LNG movements and marine insurance activity reflecting growing concerns over Middle East energy exports.
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July 09, 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchanged a second round of airstrikes as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting commercial shipping, delaying LNG operations and raising concerns over global oil supplies.
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July 08, 2026
The U.S. launched a second day of military strikes on Iran, citing attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as renewed conflict heightened concerns over regional energy security and global oil supplies.
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July 08, 2026
Oil prices jumped Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire with Iran was effectively over and said the U.S. would "probably" launch additional military strikes, raising the prospect of renewed conflict in one of the world's most important oil-producing regions.
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July 01, 2026
Oil prices fell for a third consecutive session as crude exports through the Strait of Hormuz continued to recover and indirect U.S.-Iran talks showed signs of progress, easing supply concerns despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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June 29, 2026
After a fresh round of U.S. and Iranian strikes raised new concerns over Strait of Hormuz shipping, Washington and Tehran are preparing to resume talks in Doha as oil markets weigh the prospects for a lasting de-escalation.
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June 22, 2026
The U.S. Treasury has issued a 60-day waiver allowing Iran to sell crude oil and petroleum products through Aug. 21, marking a major shift in sanctions policy and potentially increasing Iranian oil supplies in global markets.
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June 21, 2026
Despite Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is closed, millions of barrels of crude continue to move through the critical shipping lane. The conflicting signals highlight the uncertainty still facing global oil markets as U.S.-Iran negotiations get underway.
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June 19, 2026
After months of disruption, oil and LNG shipments are beginning to flow through the Strait of Hormuz again, helping push Brent crude back toward $80/bbl. But questions remain over shipping rules, insurance requirements and long-term U.S.-Iran negotiations.
