Oil Prices Rise as US Considers Iran Proposal Amid Hormuz Closure
Oil prices increased as the US evaluates a proposal from Iran amid the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted global energy flows. The blockade has led to near-zero transits through the strait, raising concerns about inflation and energy supply. Traders remain cautious, expecting potential normalization of flows by May and June.
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Topics: energy markets geopolitical tensions Iran-US relations oil prices Strait of Hormuz