Hormuz tensions flare again, sending oil prices higher and tanker operations to near standstill
Tensions between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz reignited in 7month 8to 11day, pushing oil prices to multiweek highs and reducing tanker traffic to a virtual standstill. The United States is demanding that Iran guarantee free passage through the strait and pledge to stop attacks.
As tensions between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz reignited, oil prices rose and tanker traffic contracted sharply. 7month 11day, the United States demanded that Iran guarantee free passage through the strait. During the same period, U.S. officials repeatedly urged Iran to pledge to stop attacks in the strait.
Ship traffic through the strait is slowing. 7month 10day and 9day, reports said tanker traffic was approaching a virtual standstill. Route diversions and reductions are affecting ports and shipping schedules.
In the crude oil market, 7month 8day, oil prices had risen to a multiweek high. Over this period, major international oil benchmarks in New York and London rose, while some stock indexes fell on the news. The dollar edged lower as tensions escalated, even as labor market indicators remained stable.
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