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WTI Crude Oil futures rose towards the $80 level as tanker attacks accelerated.

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Strait of Hormuz

Who
Iran
What
WTI Crude Oil futures rose towards the $80 level as tanker attacks accelerated.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:29:09 GMT · 2h 32m ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz ·
Why
Iran struck two UAE flagged tankers taking the southern route (closer to Oman) as the hot war with Iran continued.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The attacks on UAE flagged tankers in the southern route near Oman have led to an acceleration of tanker attacks, causing WTI Crude Oil futures to rise towards the $80 level.

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