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War & Conflict23h 16m ago

Oil prices declined following a peace deal between the United States and Iran, which led to oil tankers resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz and increased supply prospects.

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Strait of Hormuz, Middle East Gulf

Who
United States, Iran, oil tankers, Kuwait Petroleum Corp, Iraq, U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance
What
Oil prices declined following a peace deal between the United States and Iran, which led to oil tankers resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz and increased supply prospects.
When
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT · 23h 16m ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz, Middle East Gulf ·
Why
A peace deal between the United States and Iran facilitated the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for oil transit and included the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil, signaling increased global supply.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Brent crude futures fell 0.54% to $79.42 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude slipped 0.22% to $76.43 a barrel, with analysts projecting the release of over 85 million barrels of oil into global markets. The deal's stability is uncertain due to ongoing conflict in Lebanon and a canceled U.S. diplomatic trip.

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    The US Department of Defence (DoD) is seeking an additional $80 billion to cover expenses linked to the Iran war and other non-war-related requirements.
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  14. War & Conflict15h 16m ago
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  18. War & Conflict23h 16m ago
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