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Oil prices rise amid escalating US-Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz uncertainty
Oil prices rose on Tuesday as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran escalated, heightening fears regarding global energy supplies. Brent crude futures increased by 0.3% to $91.33 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose to $85.04 per barrel.
Market uncertainty stems from Iran's announcement that it will shift from a defensive to a 'full offensive' military stance following a stalemate in ceasefire negotiations. Simultaneously, the United States has ruled out extending the current temporary ceasefire agreement. These developments have stalled progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz for regular tanker traffic.
Data from Kpler indicates a significant drop in maritime activity through the strategic strait. Only five cargo vessels passed through on Saturday, and no vessels were recorded on Sunday, compared to 31 vessels at the start of the previous week. While Iran is reportedly negotiating with Oman to establish safe passage for ships, the lack of movement continues to pressure energy markets. In the US, diesel margins have exceeded $100 per barrel, signaling potential supply constraints.
Entities
Iran · Kpler · Oman · Strait of Hormuz · United States
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz dropped to five ships on Saturday and zero on Sunday, down from 31 ships the previous week. pari.com.mk · skopje1.mk · www.vesti.bg
- [● 3 SOURCES] Brent crude futures rose 0.3% to $91.33 per barrel. pari.com.mk · skopje1.mk · www.vesti.bg
- [● 3 SOURCES] Iran is shifting its policy from defensive to a 'full offensive' stance due to stalled ceasefire negotiations with the US. pari.com.mk · skopje1.mk · www.vesti.bg
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Diesel margins in the US have exceeded $100 per barrel. skopje1.mk
- [● 3 SOURCES] The United States has ruled out the possibility of extending the temporary ceasefire agreement. pari.com.mk · skopje1.mk · www.vesti.bg
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Global refinery operations have decreased to 80.9 million barrels per day, a reduction of 5 million barrels per day compared to last year. skopje1.mk
- [● 2 SOURCES] Oil prices rose due to increased tensions in US-Iran relations. pari.com.mk · www.vesti.bg
- [● 3 SOURCES] West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose to $85.04 per barrel. pari.com.mk · skopje1.mk · www.vesti.bg