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Brent oil prices surged more than 9 percent following a threat by the US president to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.
Strait of Hormuz
Who
US president
What
Brent oil prices surged more than 9 percent following a threat by the US president to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:26:29 GMT · 2h 35m ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz ·
Why
The US president threatened to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.
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The surge in Brent oil prices indicates a significant market reaction to geopolitical tensions and potential supply disruptions in a critical global energy chokepoint. This event could lead to increased energy costs globally.
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